Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

Hitachi, Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a field-based Engineer to support customers across the United States, performing hands-on service on High Voltage GIS equipment and related substation gear. You will install, commission, test, and hand over systems at multiple active sites nationwide, contributing to safe and reliable power infrastructure.

The role requires strong technical insight, good teamwork, and the ability to manage field activities with subcontractors while maintaining rigorous safety standards.

Qualifications

• Engineering-related degree or equivalent preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for team coordination and customer interaction.
• Experience in engineering/construction environments, preferably power industry, is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support across all project phases including commissioning, testing, acceptance and handover.
• Supervise GIS substation installation and commissioning at customer sites.
• Coordinate with field personnel and subcontractors to troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies at all sites.
• Maintain detailed site documentation and performance data for projects.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external customers for smooth site operations.
• Ensure adherence to applicable regulations and company guidelines at every site.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team management

Conflict resolution

Education

Engineering diploma or bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Project)

Job description

The Opportunity

In this US-based, field-focused role, you support customers through hands-on service work on High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear and related substation equipment. You work directly at customer sites across the United States, including substations, utilities, and industrial power facilities, providing technical support throughout all phases of project execution. Your work includes installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover activities, often across multiple active sites based on customer needs and service demand. This role combines practical engineering execution with on-site problem solving in live operating environments. Through direct customer interaction and detailed site work, you contribute to the safe, reliable operation and ongoing service of critical high voltage infrastructure supporting the US power grid.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Provide technical support across all project execution phases, including commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover
• Supervise installation and commissioning activities for GIS substations at customer sites
• Run troubleshooting activities involving field personnel and subcontractors
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and company policies at all job sites
• Ensure correct use of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at site locations
• Oversee contracted maintenance activities to confirm work is completed effectively and efficiently
• Maintain detailed site documentation including operational procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals
• Coordinate and communicate internally and externally to enable smooth completion of site operations
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline is preferred but not mandatory
• Relevant experience in engineering and or construction environments, preferably within the power industry
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and conflict situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Project

More About Us

You gain the opportunity to work within Hitachi Energy’s US High Voltage Service organization while supporting complex power infrastructure at customer sites nationwide.

• Opportunities to work on innovative technologies shaping the future of energy
• A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the US power industry
• Access to learning platforms and career development programs
• Attractive health and retirement benefits
• Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

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