Remote Transformer Field Technician

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a field service professional to provide hands-on support for power transformers, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, and end-of-life services.

The role involves on-site work and remote activities, reading electrical and mechanical drawings, and ensuring equipment reliability in challenging field conditions. The candidate should have an Associate degree with 2 years of experience or a high school diploma with 5 years of experience, with the

Qualifications

• Associate degree with 2 years of professional work experience or High School Diploma/GED with 5 years of professional work experience
• Broad knowledge of transformer field service operations and transformer field testing
• Familiarity with transformer installation and assembly, vacuum and oil processing, and internal transformer components
• Valid driver's license with the ability to travel up to 85%

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site and remote service activities including installation, commissioning, maintenance, repairs, upgrades, retrofits, and replacements
• Read and work from electrical and mechanical drawings, instructions, and technical manuals
• Complete internal transformer work such as bushing connections, lead clearance, tapping, crimping, taping, and contoured joints
• Repair, re-gasket, assemble, and disassemble transformer equipment as directed
• Coordinate logistics for service jobs, including tools, resources, and spare parts

Skills

Transformer field service

Electrical drawings

Mechanical drawings

Travel readiness

Education

Associate degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Oil processing equipment

Vacuum processing equipment

Transformer testing equipment

Job description

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. is seeking a field service professional to provide hands-on support for power transformers, including installation, commissioning, maintenance, and end-of-life services.

The role involves on-site work and remote activities, reading electrical and mechanical drawings, and ensuring equipment reliability in challenging field conditions. The candidate should have an Associate degree with 2 years of experience or a high school diploma with 5 years of experience, with the