Hitachi America

Field Service Engineer

Hitachi America$80K — $100K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or equivalent degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or related field
  • 8 years of project management experience at construction sites
  • 5 years of safety practices for high voltage substations
  • 5 years of experience reading ANSI and IEC electrical diagrams
  • 5 years of field testing experience including SF6 leak detection
  • 4 years of experience with GIS up to 550 kV
  • GIS equipment installation and commissioning certification required

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute technical field assignments for high voltage switchgear
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high voltage equipment
  • Execute installation and commissioning of high voltage circuit breakers
  • Conduct field tests and document results
  • Compile and evaluate data to resolve operational problems
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment using technical expertise
  • Develop recommendations and prepare written reports

Benefits

  • Remote work flexibility, with potential to telecommute from anywhere in the U.S.
  • Opportunity for extensive travel (80%) domestically related to field assignments
  • Engagement in complex and critical engineering tasks
  • Professional growth in high voltage technology and field service operations
  • Participation in safety and environmental practices for leading-edge energy solutions
Full Job Description

Location:

Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job ID:

Date Posted:

2026-06-22

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

Field Service Engineer positions offered by Hitachi Energy USA Inc. (Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania). Plan and execute technical field assignments involving the installation, modification, testing, commissioning, or repair of high voltage switch-gear apparatus. Perform field service operations that present usual or unusual problems requiring solid technical skills. Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on high voltage equipment. Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage circuit breakers and GIS substations (69kV through 550kV). Perform and document field tests such as 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. Troubleshoot and repair equipment, applying own knowledge and experience. 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.

Minimum Requirements

  • Requires a bachelor’s or foreign equivalent degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field and 8 years of experience managing projects, crews, and schedules at construction sites
  • Must have 5 years of experience in each of the following:
    • Executing safety practices for high voltage substations and safety and environmental practices relating to handling sulfur-hexafluoride
    • Reading complex electrical diagrams in ANSI and IEC standards
    • Performing and documenting field tests including SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, contact resistance
  • Must have 4 years of experience in:
    • Working with gas insulated switchgear (GIS) up to 550 kV, including installing, commissioning, maintaining, repairing and troubleshooting
  • Experience may be acquired prior to completion of degree
  • Must hold a GIS equipment installation and commissioning certification.
  • Must be willing to travel domestically 80%.
  • Position reports to Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, but may telecommute from any location in the U.S.

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.
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Founded
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