Field Service Engineer

The Opportunity
 

As a High Voltage Field Service Engineer, you will support the installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of high voltage equipment up to 800kV. Working alongside experienced service professionals, you will perform field assignments at customer sites, assist with identifying and resolving equipment issues, and support commissioning and maintenance activities. This role provides exposure to high voltage power equipment, field testing practices, and customer-facing service work. You will contribute to maintaining reliable power system infrastructure while building technical skills through hands-on experience in a dynamic field environment.

How You’ll Make an Impact
 

• Perform field service activities involving installation, maintenance, inspection, testing, and repair of high voltage equipment
• Support commissioning, maintenance, overhaul, upgrade, and retrofit projects at customer sites
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical equipment issues and assist with corrective actions
• Conduct testing activities and document results using established procedures
• Compile and review equipment and test data to support issue resolution
• Coordinate work activities with internal teams and customer representatives
• Identify opportunities to improve operations and customer service
• Support field service projects and the operation of field test equipment
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your Background
 

• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Trade education in Industrial Mechanic, Electrical trades, or a college or university degree in a technical field such as electrical or mechanical engineering is preferred; equivalent technical training and experience will also be considered
• 1 to 3 years of experience preferred in technical field service, construction, power equipment, or related technical environments
• Experience supporting installation, maintenance, testing, or repair of electrical or mechanical equipment
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with knowledge of substation equipment, high voltage equipment, or electrical testing practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and test equipment software
• Valid U.S. driver's license and ability to travel extensively, up to 80%

More About Us
 

You will gain hands-on experience working with high voltage equipment while developing technical skills alongside experienced service professionals.
 

• Work on innovative energy technologies supporting power system infrastructure
• Collaborate with experienced professionals across service and engineering teams
• Access learning and development opportunities that support technical and career growth
• Receive health and retirement benefits as part of a comprehensive rewards package
• Benefit from paid leave programs and workplace flexibility where applicable

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.
 

For certain roles, particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.
 

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.