Mobile High Voltage Test Engineer — Field Service

Hitachi, Ltd.; Earth City (MO); On-site; USD 105,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC is seeking a High Voltage Test Engineer to support Transformer Services by performing high voltage testing at customer sites and assisting field operations. The role is Earth City, MO-based and involves operating a mobile test trailer, conducting various electrical tests, analyzing results, and preparing technical reports for proposals.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in engineering or related field with 5+ years transformer experience (or 10+ years with studies),

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Five or more years of transformer experience, or ten years combined with studies.
• Experience performing transformer testing and supporting field service operations.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, and NEMA industry standards.
• Experience using Microsoft Office 365 and preparing technical reports.
• Willingness to travel (40-50% Earth City, MO; higher if based remote).

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a mobile high voltage test trailer system.
• Perform applied voltage, induced voltage, partial discharge localization, and temperature rise testing.
• Investigate potential sources of partial discharge and develop corrective action plans.
• Analyze electrical test data and oil DGA results.
• Calibrate testing equipment.
• Maintain the electrical and electronic components of the mobile test system.
• Prepare technical test reports and test plans in support of proposal activities.
• Provide technical support to field crews and communicate with customers.
• Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Skills

Transformer testing

Field service support

Microsoft Office 365

Low voltage testing

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Ten years transformer experience

Tools

IEEE/IEC/NEMA standards

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC is seeking a High Voltage Test Engineer to support Transformer Services by performing high voltage testing at customer sites and assisting field operations. The role is Earth City, MO-based and involves operating a mobile test trailer, conducting various electrical tests, analyzing results, and preparing technical reports for proposals.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in engineering or related field with 5+ years transformer experience (or 10+ years with studies),