Remote HV GIS Field Service Site Manager

Hitachi; Georgia; Remote; USD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and retirement benefits

Paid leave

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. seeks an experienced Field Service/Construction Manager to lead on-site activities for HV GIS installations across the United States.

You will plan, supervise, and coordinate field execution at utility, transmission, and industrial facilities during construction, testing, and commissioning. The role demands 10+ years in HV field service, a technical certificate or associate degree, and travel up to 90%.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in field service or construction management, preferably with substation, switchgear, or high voltage equipment (69kV–550kV).
• Experience supervising erection and testing activities for high voltage substations and equipment.
• Knowledge of safety procedures for working in energized, high voltage substations.
• Ability to travel 80-90% to project sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage on-site installation, testing, and commissioning of High Voltage GIS equipment (69kV–550kV).
• Serve as Hitachi Energy’s on-site representative to customers, subcontractors, inspectors, and local stakeholders.
• Supervise field teams and subcontractors to support quality, productivity, schedule, and safe work execution.
• Oversee adherence to drawings, specifications, quality standards, and project requirements.
• Perform and document field testing, including SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, and contact resistance testing.
• Conduct inspections to determine maintenance needs and required repairs, supporting resource planning decisions.
• Plan and participate in on-site progress meetings and coordinate daily field activities.
• Prepare clear, accurate field documentation, reports, and project records.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Education

Technical certificate or associate degree in electrical or mechanical related field

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. seeks an experienced Field Service/Construction Manager to lead on-site activities for HV GIS installations across the United States.

You will plan, supervise, and coordinate field execution at utility, transmission, and industrial facilities during construction, testing, and commissioning. The role demands 10+ years in HV field service, a technical certificate or associate degree, and travel up to 90%.