Senior Field Service Engineer (MAD-DC-OR)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. in Hillsboro, OR seeks a Senior Field Service Engineer to support Metrology and Analysis Systems. You will train teammates, guide field service activities, and advance instrument certification through structured on-the-job training and hands-on service.

The role requires five years of service experience, a BS in Engineering, and willingness to travel up to 50%. The position blends onsite and remote coordination with customer interactions and documentation

Qualifications

• BS degree in Engineering or related field.
• Must have and retain valid driver's license in resident state.
• Must be eligible for and receive company credit card.

Responsibilities

• Train and guide other SFSEs.
• Complete On the Job Training (OJT) with instrument certification.
• Maintain records of work performed and training.
• Complete departmental and customer paperwork timely and with high quality.
• Comply with company policies and safety requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Instruction following

System installation

Reading blueprints

Customer interfacing

Problem solving

Education

BS degree in Engineering

Tools

Digital voltmeters

Oscilloscopes

Test equipment

Hand tools

Job description

Location: (HTA) NCP (Hillsboro, OR)

Job ID: R0144181 Date Posted: 2026-09-09 Company Name: HITACHI HIGH-TECH AMERICA, INC. Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Position: Senior Field Service Engineer

Division: Metrology and Analysis Systems Division (MAD)

Company: Hitachi High-Tech America, Inc. ("HTA")

LOCATION: Hillsboro, OR

TRAVEL: Up to 50% (domestically and internationally)

REMOTE WORK: Customer Hybrid (+50% Onsite) - Onsite 90% / Remote 10%

EXPECTED PAY RANGE: $32.09 - $44.13 hourly This pay range is for the position's base pay only. This position may be eligible for other compensation including incentive pay and/or allowances. Candidates will receive additional information during the interview and selection process.

The Senior Field Service Engineer (SFSE) is spending a portion of their time training and a portion of their time providing training to lower-level Field Service Engineers. The SFSE still receives some detailed instructions on work assignments, continues to acquire job skills, and begins troubleshooting activities. The SFSE becomes more advanced at the hookup process for specific tools and becomes a subject matter expert at their basic operation. Continued training programs are given to develop specific instrument skills, knowledge, and service techniques. The SFSE is interfacing with customers and developing relationships with co-workers and managers.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Train and guide other SFSE's as needed
• Complete assigned On the Job Training (OJT) with the goal of instrument certification
• Protect, manage, and maintain company property (i.e., traveling inventory, company care, test equipment, tools, etc.) in accordance with department policy/procedure
• Answer service calls and promptly return messages from customers in a manner meeting service department policy/practice expectations
• Maintain appropriate records of all work performed and training received
• Complete departmental and customer paperwork timely and with high quality
• Complete assigned formal training with a grade of 75% or higher on all tests
• Comply and adhere to company policies
• Portray professionalism and pride in appearance while conforming to policy
• Provide a positive attitude to all employees and customers
• Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION, LICENSES, and/or CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• BS degree in Engineering (or related field) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have and retain valid driver's license in resident State and be insurable by our insurance company
• Must be eligible for and receive company credit card

EXPERIENCE and TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Five (5) years of experience using digital volt meters, oscilloscopes, hand tools, and computers
• Two (2) years of direct experience providing service to Hitachi (or similar) tools
• Willingness to relocate and/or travel
• Willingness to travel up to 50% (most of the time, travel = 10% or less)

SKILLS and ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS / SAFETY REQUREMENTS

• Ability to effectively communicate information to customers and management regarding service activities and schedules
• Ability to follow precise instruction
• Ability to perform selected routine service calls (preventive maintenance and basic emergency service) on one or more models of a product line (measured by instrument certification)
• Ability to install and qualify a system
• Ability to work from schematics using various test equipment, mathematical calculation, and instrumentation
• Knowledge of analog and digital circuitry
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Basic knowledge and understanding of physics and chemistry
• Demonstrate strong work ethic
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills with people at all levels within and outside of the company
• Ability to drive an automobile
• Ability to see small objects within a confined area
• Ability to identify and distinguish color-codes
• Ability to quickly transport from location to location (i.e., air, car, etc.)
• Ability to transport parts and toolbox from car to equipment site
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hand-eye coordination at a level to support a range of activities from very fine (delicate) to large, leveraged type item
• Ability to hear audible noises
• Must comply with all corporate safety requirements and directives
• Expected to use PPE when required
• Follow all equipment-specific safety protocols

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