Field Service Engineer at Hitachi Rail

Hitachi Rail Limited; Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Field Service Engineer in Dammam to execute installation, testing and commissioning of HV products at customer sites and Hitachi projects. You will coordinate HV tools, lead contractors, and ensure compliance with project management requirements.

Responsibilities include on-site activation of GIS/GCB equipment, reporting, and maintaining safety and integrity standards. English and Arabic language proficiency is required, with 3–5 years HV experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or diploma in Electrical Engineering
• 3-5 years experience in high voltage products
• Proficiency in English and Arabic

Responsibilities

• Site installation, testing and commissioning of HV GIS, GCB, LTB, DTB and other equipment at customer site or Hitachi Energy projects.
• Coordinate with Tools Management for HV test equipment and ensure proper usage.
• Lead contractors on site and coordinate with customer and back-office to meet requirements.
• Prepare site reports, activity plans and timesheets; obtain PAC/signatures for invoicing.

Skills

Electrical engineering

HV equipment

Field service

English Arabic

Education

BSc Electrical Eng

Tools

HV test equipment

Job description

Location: Dammam, Eastern Region, Saudi Arabia

Job ID: R0144740

Date Posted: 2026-09-30

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY LTD

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

Job Description

The opportunity

Working as Field Service Engineer to execute the installation testing and commissioning activities at customer site or Hitachi Energy projects related to the HV products, including third party HV products if applicable and authorized by Hitachi Energy management.

How you’ll make an impact

• Active participation in site activities and visiting the customer site for Installation testing and commissioning of Hitachi HV GIS, GCB, LTB, DTB and other equipment as and when required or assigned by the line manager.
• Coordinate/interface with tools management department and take care of HV tools, arrange and properly use Hitachi Energy HV test equipment and tools to execute site activities for HV Products installation, testing and commissioning, protection and control.
• Complete GIS installation and GIS compartment assembly work, minor fabrications if required, trouble shooting and rectification of HV products defect workable at customer site and advise the action plan if the repair work need to be carried out in Hitachi Energy factory or workshop.
• Supports the work activities of PGHV Service at site, or at customer workplace.
• Learn and perform the test equipment operation used for HV product testing and maintenance work at site, customer premises or Hitachi Energy workplace.
• Learn how to use tools used for HV products service jobs.
• Work with Project Management team on various project as and when required with full compliance of PM requirement and maintain discipline advise by the PM or customer site regulations.
• Lead the contractor or sub-contractor during job execution and coordinate with customer and back-office support for any resources requirements to complete the job.
• Get the PAC or time sheets signed by the customer after completion of assigned task that can be used to invoice the customer.
• Prepare and provide site reports, activity plans and resource requirements and share them with the PM, line manager or supervisor.
• Follow the company rules and regulations, display good behavior at office and at site, any safety or integrity incident should be reported to line manager, supervisor or project Manager.
• Implement value in day-to-day activity or task.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly time sheet, expanse report as per company guideline in timely manner, prepare travel authorization prior to start the travelling for site or deployment.
• Responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• A bachelor’s degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering is required.
• Previous experience of 3-5 years in high voltage products, electrical equipment, switchgears, HV switchgear protection and control, monitoring and measuring devices, industries or utilities companies.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written in English & Arabic language is required.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process. This is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.

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.