Field Service Engineer Electrical (Grid Connections)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Stone; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is hiring a Field Service Engineer (Electrical) to travel across the UK, delivering installation, inspection and maintenance on MV equipment up to 33kV. You will support commissioning, fault diagnosis and reporting, while ensuring safety, quality and customer satisfaction.

The role includes on-call standby, oil handling duties, and tender input to support Grid Connections projects. A UK driving licence is essential, with a focus on technical excellence and responsive service.

Qualifications

• Qualified Electrical Engineer or Technician with power sector experience.
• Knowledge of medium-voltage switchgear, transformers and protection systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of MV switchgear and transformers up to 33kV.
• Support commissioning, testing and energisation activities for Grid Connections projects and service contracts.
• Diagnose faults and provide technical analysis on-site and remotely; deliver safe, on-time service.
• Complete inspection, maintenance and service reports using approved digital systems.
• Support project delivery by achieving productivity, quality and compliance targets.
• Participate in a 24/7 on-call standby rota for rapid response to outages.
• Handle delivery and control of insulating oil in line with Oil Management System.
• Prepare quotations and input into tendering for service work and projects.
• Ensure compliance with Electrical Safety Management System and customer requirements.

Skills

Power systems knowledge

MV switchgear experience

Protection relays

Control systems

Fault diagnosis

Electrical distribution experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

City & Guilds 236/232

NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification

Equivalent electrical qualifications

Tools

SAP

Secondary Injection / Commissioning Testing

Transformer oil handling

Site safety qualifications (CSCS, CCNSG, IPAF or PASMA)

Job description

Job Description:

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity to join our Grid Connections Service business as a Field Service Engineer (Electrical). You will contribute to the execution of the service strategy and business growth by delivering high-quality inspection, maintenance, installation, commissioning and emergency support services for medium-voltage electrical infrastructure across the UK.

Working as part of a team of experienced engineers and technicians, you will support industrial and commercial customers, including many blue-chip organisations, ensuring the safe and reliable operation of switchgear, transformers, protection systems and associated equipment up to 33kV.

You will play a key role in delivering safe, compliant and efficient service activities whilst maintaining the highest standards of quality, technical excellence and customer satisfaction.

Please note: This is a highly mobile, field-based role requiring travel across the UK. Successful candidates should expect frequent overnight stays away from home, eventual participation in an on-call standby rota and occasional weekend working to support customer requirements and emergency response activities.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Perform installation, inspection, maintenance and repair activities on medium-voltage switchgear and transformers up to 33kV.
• Support commissioning, testing and energisation activities for Grid Connections projects and service contracts and install and commission protection relays, control systems and associated control cabling.
• Diagnose faults and provide technical analysis through both remote and on-site support activities. Deliver service work safely, on time, within budget and to the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
• Complete inspection, maintenance and service reports using approved digital systems and databases.
• Support project and service delivery by ensuring productivity, quality and compliance targets are achieved.
• Eventual participation in a 24/7 on-call standby rota, providing rapid response support to customer network issues and outages.
• Take responsibility for the delivery, collection and control of insulating oil in accordance with the company Oil Management System.
• Support the preparation of quotations and provide technical input into the tendering process for service work and projects.
• Ensure full compliance with the Electrical Safety Management System, company procedures and customer requirements.

Your Background:

• Qualified Electrical Engineer or Technician with proven experience within the power sector, service, maintenance, commissioning or electrical distribution environments.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, medium-voltage switchgear, transformers, protection relays, control systems and third-party MV products.
• Completed a recognised electrical switchgear and transformer maintenance course and hold a City & Guilds 236/232, NVQ Level 3 Electrical qualification or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical testing, commissioning, fault finding, diagnostics and technical report writing.
• Knowledge of electrical infrastructure up to 33kV, including substations, protection systems and network automation equipment would be advantageous.
• SAP, Secondary Injection / Commissioning Testing, transformer oil handling experience and site safety qualifications (CSCS, CCNSG, IPAF or PASMA) are desirable.
• Full UK Driving License.

More about us:

Hitachi Energy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives and skills. We provide competitive salaries, professional development opportunities, and a collaborative working environment that supports innovation and continuous improvement.

As part of our Service Operations team, you will play a key role in supporting the UK's transition to a more sustainable and resilient power network, helping deliver critical infrastructure projects and services that power communities and industries across the country.

Ready to make an impact? Join us and help shape the future of energy.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.