Field Service Engineer (Las Vegas, NV)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Nevada (IA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Field Service Engineer, where you'll lead technical assignments in the energy sector. You'll work on high voltage equipment, ensure safety, and travel extensively. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact in sustainable energy.

Benefits

Health Care

401(k) with company match

Life/AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Leave programs including FMLA

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with High Voltage Substations and equipment (>69kV).
• Military experience with similar equipment may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform field service operations and supervise installation of high voltage equipment.
• Conduct inspections and document field tests.
• Travel estimated at 80%.

Skills

Leadership

Technical Skills

Ability to Read Electrical Drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Technical certificate in electrical or mechanical field

Tools

CB timers

power factor testers

TTR

Ductor

CT testers

Megger

Job description

Description

Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Field Service Engineer and become a key player in our mission to power good for sustainable energy. Based in Las Vegas, NV, you'll lead technical field assignments, from installation to repair of high voltage equipment (69kV to 550kV). This is your chance to work with cutting-edge technology, travel extensively, and make a significant impact in the energy sector.

How You'll Make an Impact

1. Perform field service operations that present usual or unusual problems requiring solid technical skills.
2. Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment (69kV through 550kV).
3. Supervise electricians and contractors, hired by Hitachi Energy or provided by the customer.
4. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on High Voltage equipment.
5. Troubleshoot and repair equipment, applying own knowledge and experience.
6. Perform and document field tests such as electrical tests, SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, contact resistance.
7. Compile and evaluate data to determine and resolve operating problems or malfunctions.
8. Conduct inspections to determine necessary maintenance and repairs and assist in resource planning.
9. Develop recommendations and prepare written reports.
10. Maintain detailed records and logs.
11. Recommend changes such as new equipment or modified procedures to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
12. Assist in planning and coordinating team efforts.
13. Often work nonstandard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.
14. Follow safety policies and procedures.
15. Travel estimated at 80%.
16. Reside or be willing to relocate to Portland, Oregon.
17. Embrace Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• Technical certificate in electrical or mechanical field and 5+ years of experience with High Voltage Substations and equipment (>69kV) at field assignments supervising erection and testing. Military experience with similar equipment may be considered.
• Must have work authorization to work in the US for Hitachi Energy.
• Preferably a Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering.
• Proven leadership experience in coordinating and leading electrical project crews.
• Experience working with Power Utilities.
• Ability to read electrical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of test equipment such as CB timers, power factor, TTR, Ductor, CT testers, Megger.
• Familiarity with Windows applications.
• Reside or willing to relocate to Las Vegas, NV.
• Willing to travel 80%.

More about us

We offer a holistic range of competitive benefits supporting your financial, physical, mental wellbeing, and personal development. We want you to thrive with us, in work and out.

Benefits include:

• Health Care: Medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision.
• Financial Wellbeing: 401(k) with company match, life/AD&D insurance, disability insurance.
• Family Care: Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft insurance, and support for special needs and adoption.
• Work-Life: Leave programs including FMLA, military leave, parental leave, vacation, holidays.
• Employee Development: Employee Resource Groups, tuition reimbursement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We support protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request via our website's inquiry form. Please include your contact info and accommodation needs. This service is for accessibility assistance during the application process only.