Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

Hitachi; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Learning platforms and career dev

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc in South Brunswick, New Jersey seeks a Field Service Engineer to support Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) at customer substations across the United States. You will perform hands-on engineering tasks during installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance and handover, improving grid reliability and safety.

You will supervise on-site install/commissioning, troubleshoot with field personnel and subcontractors, coordinate maintenance activities, maintain site documentation,

Qualifications

• Work authorization to permit employment for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred but not mandatory.
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in engineering/construction environments, preferably within the power industry.
• Solid understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for field and customer-facing work.
• Ability to manage teams and address on-site conflict situations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Project.
• Fluent English language skills; additional languages beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support throughout GIS project phases, including installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover.
• On-site supervision for installation and commissioning of GIS substations.
• Manage troubleshooting efforts involving field personnel and subcontractors.
• Support and oversee contracted maintenance activities to ensure work is completed effectively.
• Maintain detailed site documentation, including procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals.
• Coordinate and communicate with internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to support site execution.
• Work closely with customers on-site to support service outcomes and satisfaction.
• Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at job sites.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Troubleshooting

Team coordination

Project supervision

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Diploma in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Location:

South Brunswick, New Jersey, United States of America

Job ID:

R0127656

Date Posted:

2026-05-07

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

The Opportunity

As a Field Service Engineer supporting Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), you work directly at customer substations and power facilities across the United States, providing technical support throughout all phases of project execution, including installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover. This is a US-based field service role focused on hands‑on engineering work with High Voltage GIS equipment in active operating environments. You support multiple customer sites based on service demand, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and coordinate on‑site activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of critical power infrastructure. Your work contributes to grid reliability, safety, and modernization across the US transmission and substation landscape, while offering broad exposure to GIS systems and customer‑facing service work within the power industry.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Provide technical support throughout all phases of GIS project execution, including installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover
• Provide on‑site supervision for the installation and commissioning of GIS substations
• Manage troubleshooting efforts involving field personnel and subcontractors
• Support and oversee contracted maintenance activities to ensure work is completed effectively
• Maintain detailed site documentation, including operational procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals
• Coordinate and communicate with internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to support smooth site execution
• Work closely with customers on‑site to support service outcomes and satisfaction
• Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at job sites
• 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 preferred but not mandatory
• Minimum 2-4 years of relevant experience in engineering and/or construction environments, preferably within the power industry
• Sound understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills for field and customer‑facing work
• Ability to manage teams and address on‑site conflict situations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Project
• Fluent English language skills; additional European languages beneficial

More About Us

Working in Hitachi Energy's US High Voltage Service organization provides hands‑on exposure to advanced GIS technology, complex field service environments, and collaboration with experienced professionals supporting the US power grid.

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

Pay Transparency Statement - New Jersey

In accordance with New Jersey pay transparency requirements, the expected Total Base Pay range for this position is $91,000.00 - $113,700.00. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, education, and location.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity

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