Electrical Field Service Engineer - UK Travel (Field-Based)

Hitachi Energy; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Electrical) to deliver electrical installation, testing and commissioning for large power transformers across the UK. You’ll work with experienced teams to ensure safe, high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.

The role involves extensive travel, overnight stays, and weekend work as part of project delivery, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise in power infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Electrical installation and commissioning experience on large equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and cable schedules.
• Experience with transformers, substations, control systems or related gear.
• Proven track record delivering safe, quality electrical work on customer sites.
• 18th Edition BS7671 qualifications and strong safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, routing, glanding and termination of LV cables.
• Wiring, testing, commissioning and maintenance of transformer systems.
• Lead site activities under project direction, ensuring safety and quality.
• Prepare commissioning checklists and service reports for customers.
• Coordinate with Project Manager and subcontractors on site activities.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings to ensure correct installations.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and identify service opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules, environmental requirements and site standards.
• Support continuous improvement activities based on field feedback.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical commissioning

Cable termination

Panel wiring

Wiring diagrams

Electrical testing

Transformer systems

18th Edition BS7671

Independent work

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds Electrical qualification

UK electrical installation experience

Tools

IPAF

PASMA

CCNSG

CSCS

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Electrical) to deliver electrical installation, testing and commissioning for large power transformers across the UK. You’ll work with experienced teams to ensure safe, high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.

The role involves extensive travel, overnight stays, and weekend work as part of project delivery, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise in power infrastructure.