Hitachi America

Field Service Engineer (Las Vegas, NV)

Hitachi America$80K — $110K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Technical certificate in electrical or mechanical field plus 5+ years experience in High Voltage Substations (69kV+)
  • Bachelor's degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred
  • Proven leadership in coordinating electrical project installations
  • Experience with power utilities
  • Skilled in reading electrical drawings and schematics
  • Knowledgeable in operating test equipment for high voltage systems
  • Must have work authorization for the U.S.

Responsibilities

  • Perform field service operations addressing technical problems
  • Supervise installation and commissioning of high voltage equipment
  • Manage electricians and contractors during projects
  • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on equipment
  • Troubleshoot and repair equipment based on experience
  • Document field tests and analyze results
  • Compile data to identify and resolve operational issues
  • Conduct inspections and recommend maintenance actions
  • Plan and coordinate team efforts effectively
  • Maintain detailed records and logs regularly
  • Recommend equipment changes to enhance performance and satisfaction
  • Adhere to safety policies and procedures during all operations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Employer-sponsored 401(k) with generous match and contributions
  • Life insurance and disability coverage
  • Family support services including legal and adoption assistance
  • Enhanced leave programs for various life events
  • Tuition reimbursement and access to on-demand learning platforms
Full Job Description
Location:
Remote - Nevada, United States

Job ID:
R0091257

Date Posted:
2025-05-02

Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:
Full time

Remote:
No

Job Description:

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
  • Reside or willing to relocate to Las Vegas, NV.
  • Travel 80%


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, dental, vision, etc.
  • 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, on-demand learning platforms.


(Required disclosure: Nevada law requires employers to provide the wage or salary range to applicants who interview for the position.)

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
Founded
1959
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