Field Service Engineer - Electrical (UK Travel)

Hitachi; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative working environment

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Electrical) to deliver high-quality electrical installation, testing and commissioning for large power transformers across the UK. You’ll work with a team, traveling frequently to customer sites and supporting project delivery with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

The role offers opportunities to develop specialist power industry expertise and contribute to critical energy infrastructure projects, with overnight stays and

Qualifications

• Completed a recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671) qualification essential.
• Proven experience as Electrician, Wireman, Electrical Installation Engineer or Field Service Engineer.
• Experience with electrical installation, testing and commissioning of control and power cabling.
• Experience with panel wiring, control systems and substations is advantageous.
• Able to read electrical drawings and engineering documentation.
• Site supervision or team leadership experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical installation and service activities on customer sites with safety first.
• Install, route, trim and terminate LV control, protection and power cabling for transformers.
• Panel wiring, marshalling kiosk wiring and control cabinet modifications as per drawings.
• Read wiring diagrams and schematics to ensure correct installations.
• Perform electrical inspection, testing, fault finding and commissioning on control systems.
• Support transformer commissioning including insulation and continuity testing.
• Lead site activities under Project Manager and maintain quality records.
• Maintain strong customer relationships and identify service opportunities.

Skills

Electrical installation

Electrical testing

Fault finding

Reading electrical diagrams

Independent work

Health and safety awareness

Education

Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds

Tools

18th Edition BS7671

IPAF / PASMA / CSCS

UK driving licence

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Electrical) to deliver high-quality electrical installation, testing and commissioning for large power transformers across the UK. You’ll work with a team, traveling frequently to customer sites and supporting project delivery with a strong emphasis on safety and regulatory compliance.

The role offers opportunities to develop specialist power industry expertise and contribute to critical energy infrastructure projects, with overnight stays and