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Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Field Service Engineer Manager

Project ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVadodara, Gujarat, IndiaNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field is required.
  • Strong technical expertise in Dissolved Gas Analysis (DGA) and transformer condition assessment, transformer testing, asset management, monitoring, or diagnostics is required.
  • Ability to independently use digital and data insights to manage service performance, teams, customer outcomes, and improvement actions is required.
  • Knowledge of transformer failure modes, insulation systems, and condition-based maintenance practices is required.
  • Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, and CIGRE standards related to transformer diagnostics and monitoring is required.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate data into meaningful recommendations, are required.
  • Willingness to travel regularly to customer sites, factories, conferences, and technical meetings is required.
  • Experience managing transformer services or heavy industrial equipment projects is required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, sales teams, and cross-functional project participants is required.
  • Compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines is required.

Responsibilities

  • Invoice customer purchase orders, manage payment documents, follow up on payments and receipts for ETC projects and supervision invoices, and manage timesheets and related totals.
  • Arrange purchase orders and payments for vendors, reconcile accounts, ensure compliance with Hitachi processes, and manage offers, comparisons, and finalization.
  • Arrange safety equipment and site support, maintain safety documentation and regular reports, and support audits, recordkeeping, compliance, and improvements.
  • Maintain ISO audit documentation and records, address audit points, and maintain GPG and HUB/global safety audit requirements, updates, and records; circulate audit points and follow up with the service engineering team.
  • Renew vendor ARC agreements, add new vendors, and coordinate CCQQ and vendor finalization with Supply Chain Management.
  • Handle SAP/Reiwa-related after-sales and service work, visit sites to review safety and contractor compliance, and ensure safety and compliance requirements are followed.
  • Maintain engineers’ safety training details, including PICW, confined space, and first aid training; track timely training and certification, and support engineers with PPE, stationery, logos, ABRA, and night-permission approvals.
  • Organize welfare programmes and events for service engineers, including service meets, awards, and distribution of welfare items, T-shirts, and safety shoes.
  • Provide on-site and remote technical support for transformer installation, commissioning, and routine maintenance; identify technical issues and analyze effective solutions across service categories.
  • Ensure accident-prevention measures are followed and comply with guidelines for working on energized system components.
  • Monitor and enforce compliance with safety standards and industry-accepted practices.
  • Build and maintain customer relationships by understanding customer requirements and providing specialized technical support and solutions.
  • Recommend immediate and future service requirements to customers and provide relevant feedback to the Service Sales team.
  • Represent the original equipment manufacturer in customer interactions; prepare required tools, equipment, and spare parts, and clarify the scope of work before service execution.
  • Verify required job documentation and participate in site briefings with the Service Manager, Head of Department, or Supervisor about expected site conditions and work requirements.
  • Prepare accurate service reports, timesheets, and delivery notes, and obtain customer approval and sign-off where required.
  • Communicate customer feedback and field observations to internal engineering and quality teams.
  • Support planning, execution, and delivery of transformer maintenance site activities.
  • Coordinate with internal teams, feeder factories, service departments, customers, and subcontractors to support project execution.
  • Update installed-base records to reflect modifications and changes implemented at customer sites.
  • Develop long-term customer relationships by understanding requirements and applicable regulations, responding promptly to issues, and using technical knowledge to promote product lifecycle management solutions.
  • Ensure quality assurance requirements are met at power plant and substation sites and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Manage transformer service projects through initiation, execution, and closure.
  • Develop project plans covering scope, timelines, resource allocation, and budgets.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineers, technicians, subcontractors, and third-party contractors.
  • Serve as the primary customer contact, maintaining communication and managing expectations during project execution.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues, and develop contingency plans.
  • Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and provide regular management updates.
  • Manage project budgets, approve expenditures, and support cost-effective project delivery.
  • Support post-project reviews and continuous improvement of project management processes and tools within the Services Division.

Desired Qualifications

  • Understanding of transformer technology, maintenance, and repair processes is preferred.
  • A Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent project management certification is highly desirable.

About the Company

Hitachi

Diversified tech conglomerate delivering digital solutions

Hitachi is a global conglomerate operating in energy, digital solutions, home appliances, and infrastructure to support governments, businesses, and consumers. Its offerings turn data into actionable insights through digital transformation services and Hitachi Energy’s renewable energy and grid solutions. It differentiates itself with an integrated portfolio that combines hardware, software, and services and a emphasis on societal impact and sustainability. Its goal is to build a sustainable society by using technology and data to improve energy efficiency, infrastructure resilience, and quality of life.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Founded
1910

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