GIS Field Service Engineer: Substation & Commissioning

HITACHI ENERGY CZECH REPUBLIC S.R.O.; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 91,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support GIS projects across the United States. You will work at customer substations, performing installation, commissioning, testing, and handover in active environments.

The role focuses on hands-on engineering with GIS equipment and requires coordination with customers and field teams. The position requires a work authorization in the U.S., a degree in engineering (preferred), 2–4 years’ experience in power facilities, and strong

Qualifications

• Candidate must have work authorization to work in the United States.
• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred but not mandatory.
• Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in engineering and/or construction environments, preferably in 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

GIS knowledge

Field service

Electrical/Mechanical understanding

English fluency

MS Office/Microsoft Project

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Field Service Engineer to support GIS projects across the United States. You will work at customer substations, performing installation, commissioning, testing, and handover in active environments.

The role focuses on hands-on engineering with GIS equipment and requires coordination with customers and field teams. The position requires a work authorization in the U.S., a degree in engineering (preferred), 2–4 years’ experience in power facilities, and strong