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Field Service Engineer
Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States
Job ID: R0134134
Date Posted: Jun 22, 2026
Sector: Energy
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science
Job Type (Experience Level): Experienced
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: Yes
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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.
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