Mechanical Field Service Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career development

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Field Service Engineer (Mechanical) to join our Transformers business in the UK. You will work with a team of engineers to install, commission and maintain large transformers and related equipment across the country.

The role demands extensive travel, frequent overnight stays, and occasional weekend work as part of project delivery. You will lead field activities, ensure safety, and build strong customer relationships while delivering high-quality service.

Qualifications

• Experience installing, maintaining or refurbishing large mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Ability to read mechanical and electrical drawings and procedures.
• Experience leading site teams or coordinating subcontractors is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate service activities on customer sites, ensuring safety and quality.
• Support installation, commissioning and maintenance of large transformers and equipment.
• Lead site activities from start to finish under Project Manager guidance.
• Maintain project documentation, checklists and service reports for accuracy.
• Develop relationships with customers and identify service opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical knowledge

Reading drawings

Team coordination

Education

Mechanical Engineering qualification

NVQ Level 3 / HNC or equivalent

Apprenticeship training

Job description

Hitachi Energy has an exciting opportunity to join our Transformers business as a Field Service Engineer (Mechanical). You'll contribute to executing the service strategy and driving service growth by delivering timely, high-quality, cost-effective service offerings, solutions, and engineering projects for customers across the UK.

Working as part of a team of experienced engineers and technicians, you'll support the installation, assembly, maintenance, refurbishment and commissioning of large power transformers and associated equipment. You will play a key role in delivering safe and efficient service activities whilst maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for engineers with transferable skills from a range of industrial sectors to develop specialist expertise within the power industry and support critical energy infrastructure projects across the UK.

Please note: This is a highly mobile, field-based role that requires extensive travel throughout the UK. Successful candidates should expect frequent overnight stays away from home, extended periods working on customer sites, and occasional weekend working as part of normal project delivery requirements.

How You'll Make An Impact

• You'll play a key role within a team of knowledgeable and experienced engineers and technicians undertaking and coordinating service activities on customer sites, whilst maintaining a strong focus on health and safety, quality standards, project schedules and customer satisfaction.
• Support the installation, assembly and commissioning of large power transformers and associated equipment, including radiators, conservators, cooling systems, pipework, bushings and auxiliary components.
• Undertake transformer refurbishment projects, routine maintenance activities, inspections and component replacements, identifying issues and supporting technical investigations and recommendations.
• Carry out oil handling, oil processing, oil filtration and oil sampling activities in accordance with approved procedures and quality requirements.
• Assist with mechanical checks, equipment inspections, leak detection, pressure testing, torque verification and functional testing activities to ensure equipment is installed and operating correctly.
• Lead site activities from start to finish under the direction of the Project Manager, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with customer requirements.
• Maintain project site documentation, quality records, checklists and service reports, helping to resolve issues on site and providing technical feedback to support continuous improvement activities.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and act as an ambassador for Hitachi Energy whilst identifying potential service opportunities and customer requirements.
• Apply all safety rules, environmental requirements and safe working practices, whilst proactively identifying hazards and implementing actions to ensure the safety of personnel, equipment and customer assets.

Your Background

• Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related Engineering qualification such as Apprenticeship, NVQ Level 3, HNC/HND, Military Engineering training or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in the installation, assembly, commissioning, maintenance or repair of large industrial, mechanical, electrical or electro-mechanical equipment.
• Experience with mechanical installations, plant assembly, equipment refurbishment, pipework systems, cooling systems, lifting operations or large engineered equipment would be advantageous.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, technical documentation and engineering procedures.
• Experience leading site teams, coordinating subcontractors or supervising engineering activities is desirable.
• Site safety qualifications such as IPAF, PASMA, CCNSG, CSCS or equivalent would be beneficial, although training will be provided.
• Full UK driving licence.

Your Attributes

• Able to work well using your own initiative whilst also being a strong team player who collaborates effectively to achieve successful outcomes.
• Flexible in your approach to working hours and travel requirements, with the ability to work throughout the UK and respond to customer and project requirements at short notice.
• Comfortable spending a significant proportion of the year working away from home on customer sites across the UK.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering quality workmanship.
• A systematic approach to problem solving with a positive mindset and willingness to learn and develop specialist technical knowledge.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with customers, colleagues and subcontractors.
• Adaptable and resilient, with the ability to work effectively in changing site environments and project conditions.

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.