Hitachi
Field Service Engineer – Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS)
$82K–$102K
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States +5 · Virtual · Full-time · Posted Aug 12, 2026
- Location
- Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States - Experience
- 2–5 years of proven experience in technical field service work.
- Education
- Technical diploma/degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering preferred; trade education and experience in Industrial Mechanic and Electrical fields will be considered.
- Visa sponsorship
- Must already have work authorization that permits employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States.
About the job
Provides hands-on field engineering support for GIS projects at customer substations and power facilities, from installation through commissioning, testing, acceptance, and handover.
What you'll do
- Supervise GIS installation and commissioning, and manage troubleshooting involving field personnel and subcontractors.
- Support and oversee maintenance activities and coordinate on-site work with customers, internal teams, and subcontractors.
- Maintain site documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
What they ask for
- 2–5 years of proven technical field service experience.
- Strong mechanical and electrical skills; experience leading crews on electrical projects.
- Ability to read and interpret contracts, specifications, and technical drawings.
- Work authorization permitting employment with Hitachi Energy in the United States; valid US driver’s license; fluent in English; able to travel up to 80%, including to Canada and Mexico.
Nice to have
- Technical diploma/degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering; trade education and experience in Industrial Mechanic and Electrical fields will be considered.
- Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and test equipment software.
Pay
$81,700 – $102,100 per year (base salary)
Tools
GIS, MS Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, test equipment software
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