Field Service Engineer - Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

Opportunity As a Field Service Engineer supporting Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), you work directly at customer substations and power facilities across the United States, providing technical support throughout all phases of project execution, including installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover. This US‑based field service role focuses on hands‑on engineering work with High Voltage GIS equipment in active operating environments. You support multiple customer sites based on service demand, troubleshoot electrical and mechanical issues, and coordinate on‑site activities to ensure safe and reliable operation of critical power infrastructure. Your work contributes to grid reliability, safety, and modernization across the US transmission and substation landscape, while offering broad exposure to GIS systems and customer‑facing service work within the power industry. How You’ll Make An Impact Provide technical support throughout all phases of GIS project execution, including installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover. Provide on‑site supervision for the installation and commissioning of GIS substations. Manage troubleshooting efforts involving field personnel and subcontractors. Support and oversee contracted maintenance activities to ensure work is completed effectively. Maintain detailed site documentation, including operational procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals. Coordinate and communicate with internal teams, subcontractors, and customers to support smooth site execution. Work closely with customers on‑site to support service outcomes and satisfaction. Ensure proper use and care of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at job sites. 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. Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline preferred but not mandatory. Minimum 2–4 years of relevant experience in engineering and/or construction environments, preferably within the power industry. Sound understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment. Effective interpersonal and communication skills for field and customer‑facing work. Ability to manage teams and address on‑site conflict situations. Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Microsoft Project. Fluent English language skills; additional European languages beneficial. More About Us Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy. A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the US power industry. Access to learning platforms and career development programs. Competitive health and retirement benefits. Paid leave and flexible work arrangements. Pay Transparency Statement (Massachusetts) The salary range for this position is $99,300.00 – $124,100.00 per year . This range represents the pay that the Company reasonably and in good faith expects to offer for this position in Massachusetts. Actual compensation will be based on factors such as relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hitachi Energy