Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) | Houston, United States of America

Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)

In this US-based, field-focused role, you support customers through hands-on service work on High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear and related substation equipment. You work directly at customer sites across the United States, including substations, utilities, and industrial power facilities, providing technical support throughout all phases of project execution. Your work includes installation, commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover activities, often across multiple active sites based on customer needs and service demand.

This role combines practical engineering execution with on‑site problem solving in live operating environments. Through direct customer interaction and detailed site work, you contribute to the safe, reliable operation and ongoing service of critical high voltage infrastructure supporting the US power grid.

Provide technical support across all project execution phases, including commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover

Supervise installation and commissioning activities for GIS substations at customer sites

Run troubleshooting activities involving field personnel and subcontractors

Maintain compliance with safety standards and company policies at all job sites

Ensure correct use of tools, equipment, vehicles, materials, and supplies at site locations

Oversee contracted maintenance activities to confirm work is completed effectively and efficiently

Maintain detailed site documentation including operational procedures, performance reports, test data, and equipment manuals

Coordinate and communicate internally and externally to enable smooth completion of site operations

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

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 is preferred but not mandatory

Relevant experience in engineering and or construction environments, preferably within the power industry

Understanding of electrical and mechanical equipment

Interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage teams and conflict situations

Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Project

You gain the opportunity to work within Hitachi Energy’s US High Voltage Service organization while supporting complex power infrastructure at customer sites nationwide.

Opportunities to work on innovative technologies shaping the future of energy

A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the US power industry

Access to learning platforms and career development programs

Attractive health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

Location Houston, Texas, United States of America;
Dallas, Texas, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Experienced

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date

Reference number R0127660

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