Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

Hitachi Energy; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Career development programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is looking for a technically skilled individual to provide hands-on service and support for High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear across the United States. You will be deeply involved in the installation, commissioning, testing, and handover of critical infrastructure while maintaining safety and operational guidelines.

This position offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for career development, and attractive health benefits, empowering you to shape the future of the power industry.

Qualifications

• Required work authorization in the US for Hitachi Energy.
• Relevant experience in engineering or construction environments.
• Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across all project execution phases.
• Supervise installation and commissioning activities for GIS substations.
• Run troubleshooting activities involving field personnel and subcontractors.
• Maintain compliance with safety standards and company policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

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

Publication date: 2026-05-12