Hitachi America

Field Service Engineer (Atlanta / John's Creek)

Hitachi America • $85K — $100K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Pennsylvania, US
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical certificate in electrical or mechanical field with 5+ years of experience in High Voltage Substations.
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred.
  • Proven leadership skills in coordinating electrical installation projects.
  • Experience with Power Utilities and supervising field assignments.
  • Proficient in reading electrical drawings and schematics, and operating test equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical field assignments for installation and maintenance of High Voltage equipment.
  • Supervise installation and commissioning processes for substation equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair High Voltage equipment using technical skills and experience.
  • Conduct field tests and document findings for performance assessment.
  • Compile and analyze data to resolve operational issues and recommend improvements.
  • Plan and coordinate maintenance efforts while ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Travel extensively (80%) and work flexible schedules at various field locations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Generous employer-sponsored pension plan and 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Support for family care with legal, adoption, and special needs assistance.
  • Enhanced leave programs for various personal circumstances and vacations.
  • Tuition reimbursement and employee resource groups to foster development and engagement.
Full Job Description
Location:
Remote - Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job ID:
R0084714

Date Posted:
2025-04-02

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
Yes

Job Description:

Basic Function: Plan, execute and lead, with minimal professional guidance, technical field assignments involving the installation, modification, test, commissioning or repair of High Voltage equipment in the range of 69kV through 550kV. Opportunities available in both our Westford (Boston), MA & John's Creek (ATL), GA offices.

How You'll Make an Impact
  • Perform field service operations that present usual or unusual problems requiring solid technical skills.
  • Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment (69kV through 550kV)
  • Supervise electricians and contractors, hired by Hitachi Energy or provided by the customer.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on High Voltage equipment.
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment, applying own knowledge and experience.
  • Perform and document field tests such as electrical tests, SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, contact resistance.
  • Compile and evaluate data to determine and resolve operating problems or malfunctions.
  • Conduct inspections to determine necessary maintenance and repairs and assist in determining resource requirements.
  • Develop recommendations and prepare written reports.
  • Maintain detailed records and logs.
  • Recommend changes such as new equipment or modified procedures to improve performance and customer satisfaction.
  • Assist in planning and coordinating team efforts.
  • Often work nonstandard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.
  • Follow safety policies and procedures.
  • Travel estimated at 80%
  • Reside or willing to relocate to Portland, Oregon
  • Living Hitachi Energy's core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.


Your Background
  • Technical certificate in an electrical or mechanical related field and total of 5+ years of High Voltage Substations and equipment (>69kV) at field assignments supervising erection and testing. Alternatively, experience with similar equipment (electrical and/or mechanical) on a military assignment may be considered.
  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
  • Preferable Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering
  • Proven leadership experience coordinating and leading crew on electrical projects installation.
  • Experience working with Power Utilities
  • Reading of electrical drawings and schematics
  • Knowledge to operate test equipment, such as CB timers, power factor, TTR, Ductor, CT testers, Megger.
  • Familiarity with windows applications


More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.

For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules):
  • Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision.
  • Financial Wellbeing: Employer-sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution, Life/AD&D Insurance, disability insurance.
  • Family Care: Life and Family (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.), special needs support, and adoption assistance.
  • Work-Life: Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
  • Employee Engagement and Development: Employee Resource Groups (depending on location), tuition reimbursement program.
  • Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.


About Hitachi America

Hitachi America is a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., a Japanese multinational conglomerate. They provide a wide range of products and services, including information technology, power systems, and social infrastructure. They work with clients in a variety of industries, including healthcare, transportation, and finance. They are committed to sustainability and social responsibility, and have implemented various initiatives to reduce their environmental impact.
Learn more about Hitachi America
Size
368,247 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1959
NASDAQ
HTHIY
* Ladders Estimates

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