Field Service Engineer - Technician

H-E Parts; North Haven (CT); Remote; USD 81,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in North America seeks a Field Service Engineer to lead installations and repairs of high-voltage GIS systems. The role requires strong mechanical and electrical skills, with a technical diploma in engineering preferred. Frequent travel is necessary, and the candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. The position includes competitive benefits and a salary range of $81,200–$158,600 in Connecticut.

Benefits

Health Care

Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program

Employee Resource Groups

Tuition reimbursement program

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of proven experience in technical field service work.
• Valid US driver’s license is required.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications, and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, and test high-voltage GIS equipment at customer sites.
• Lead technical field assignments and make critical decisions.
• Ensure construction meets drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

Leadership

Proficiency in MS Office

Fluent in English

Education

Technical diploma/degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Test equipment software

Job description

Overview

Location: Remote - Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job ID: R0110021

Date Posted: 2025-10-17

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: Yes

The Opportunity

As a valued member of the Hitachi Energy Service business, you will play a pivotal role in delivering reliable energy solutions to customers across North America. In this hands-on position, you work directly with high-voltage equipment at customer sites, leading installations, modifications, and repairs for advanced GIS systems. You represent Hitachi Energy with professionalism and integrity, building strong relationships with customers, contractors, and local communities. You’ll tackle technical challenges, make important decisions on-site, and ensure each project’s success. Your work will help modernize the power grid and support the safety of communities. You’ll have the chance to grow your technical and leadership skills, take on complex assignments, and develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technology.

This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus contingent upon: (1) successful completion of hiring process, (2) completion of onboarding requirements, and (3) execution of sign-on bonus agreement with terms and conditions.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Install, modify, and test high-voltage GIS equipment at customer sites.
• Lead technical field assignments and make critical decisions.
• Direct field teams and subcontractors to meet project goals.
• Ensure construction meets drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Promote safe practices and meet all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Perform and document field testing and inspections.
• Recommend improvements for performance and customer satisfaction.
• Travel frequently to project sites, sometimes for extended periods.
• 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.
• 2-5 years of proven experience in technical field service work.
• Technical diploma/degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) preferred. Trade education and experience in Industrial Mechanic and Electrical fields will be considered.
• Strong mechanical and electrical skills.
• Experience leading crews on electrical projects.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications, and technical drawings.
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and test equipment software.
• Able to travel up to 80%, including to Canada and Mexico.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Fluent in English.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):

• Health Care: medical, dental, vision, etc.
• Financial Wellbeing: Employer sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance
• Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance
• Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
• Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program, on-demand learning platforms.

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General Pay Transparency Notice

We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Below you’ll find salary ranges and benefit details provided in accordance with applicable state pay transparency laws and guidelines.

Pay Transparency – Maryland: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Connecticut: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Massachusetts: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – New York: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Ohio: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Colorado: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits and other compensation include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO, overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Nevada: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Washington: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits and other compensation include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO, overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – California: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

Pay Transparency – Illinois: Salary range $81,200–$158,600; benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, PTO; overtime and bonuses may apply.

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