Senior High-Voltage Field Service Engineer (80% Travel)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Reston, VA is seeking a High Voltage Field Service Engineer to lead field assignments from installation to troubleshooting on equipment up to 800kV.

You will collaborate with a skilled team, perform complex field operations with minimal guidance, and identify improvements to enhance reliability and customer satisfaction. A technical degree and >5 years in field service are preferred, with travel up to 80%.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitudes with hands-on field experience.
• Over 5 years in technical field service work.
• Experience with high voltage equipment up to 800kV and electrical testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex field service operations with minimal guidance.
• Lead installation, maintenance and repair tasks on HV equipment.
• Troubleshoot failures and proactively prevent issues.
• Identify improvements to enhance operations and service.
• Coordinate and lead crews on field projects.

Skills

Electrical aptitude

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership experience

MS Office

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Education

Technical degree in electrical or mechanical engineering

Trade education: Industrial Mechanic or Electrical trades

Bachelor's degree is asset

Tools

Test equipment software

High voltage equipment knowledge

Job description

Hitachi Energy in Reston, VA is seeking a High Voltage Field Service Engineer to lead field assignments from installation to troubleshooting on equipment up to 800kV.

You will collaborate with a skilled team, perform complex field operations with minimal guidance, and identify improvements to enhance reliability and customer satisfaction. A technical degree and >5 years in field service are preferred, with travel up to 80%.