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GIS Field Service Engineering Site Manager

The Opportunity
 

You will support customers across the United States by managing and executing on-site field service activities for High Voltage Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS) installations and lifecycle service projects. This is a US-based, customer-facing role working at utility, transmission, and industrial power facilities during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning phases. You will plan, supervise, and coordinate GIS field execution in live operating environments, balancing technical execution, safety, quality, and schedule requirements. The work centers on hands-on involvement with complex high voltage equipment ranging from 69kV through 550kV, frequent field inspections, technical testing, and on-site coordination with customers, subcontractors, and project teams. Through your presence in the field, you contribute directly to grid reliability, operational safety, and the successful delivery of high voltage substation infrastructure critical to the US power system.


How You’ll Make an Impact
 

  • Plan, execute, and manage on-site installation, testing, and commissioning of High Voltage GIS equipment (69kV–550kV)

  • Serve as Hitachi Energy’s on-site representative to customers, subcontractors, inspectors, and local stakeholders

  • Supervise field teams and subcontractors to support quality, productivity, schedule, and safe work execution

  • Oversee adherence to drawings, specifications, quality standards, and project requirements

  • Perform and document field testing, including SF6 leak detection, gas analysis, timing, power factor, and contact resistance testing

  • Conduct inspections to determine maintenance needs and required repairs, supporting resource planning decisions

  • Plan and participate in on-site progress meetings and coordinate daily field activities

  • Prepare clear, accurate field documentation, reports, and project records

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


Your Background
 

  • Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in field service or construction management, preferably with substation, switchgear, or high voltage equipment (69kV–550kV)

  • Technical certificate or associate degree in an electrical or mechanical related field, or a combination of education and directly applicable experience

  • Experience supervising erection and testing activities for high voltage substations and equipment

  • Knowledge of safety procedures for working in energized, high voltage substations

  • Valid vehicle operator’s permit and OSHA 10 training certification (or ability to acquire)


More About Us
 

You will gain exposure to advanced High Voltage GIS technology while working alongside experienced field teams supporting critical power infrastructure projects across the United States.
 

  • 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

Sede Houston, Texas, United States of America;
Remote - Arizona, United States of America;
Remote - Nevada, United States of America
Tipo di lavoro Full time
Esperienza Experienced
Funzione lavorativa Engineering & Science
Contratto Regular
Data di pubblicazione 2026-05-08
Numero di riferimento R0115379

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, family medical leave status, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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