HV GIS Field Service Engineer – Substations

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

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,