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About the role

  • Plan, execute and lead technical field assignments involving installation, modification, test, commissioning or repair of High Voltage equipment (69kV–550kV).
  • Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage substation equipment.
  • Supervise electricians and contractors hired by Hitachi Energy or provided by the customer.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on High Voltage equipment and troubleshoot/repair equipment.
  • 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 and follow safety policies.
  • Extensive field travel (estimated at 80%) and potential relocation to Portland, Oregon.

Requirements

  • Technical certificate in an electrical or mechanical related field.
  • Total of 5+ years of High Voltage Substations and equipment (>69kV) field assignments supervising erection and testing (5+ years).
  • 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.
  • Willingness to reside or relocate to Portland, Oregon (opportunities in Hillsboro/Portland region).
  • Ability to travel approximately 80% and work nonstandard schedules at field locations.
  • Must follow safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

  • Health Care: medical (PPO, CDHP with HSA, HMO), dental, and vision.
  • Employer-sponsored pension - 401(k) Program with generous company match and contribution.
  • Life/AD&D Insurance and disability insurance.
  • Life and Family benefits (Legal, pet, auto, home, identity theft, etc.).
  • Special needs support and adoption assistance.
  • Enhanced leave programs (FMLA, Military Service Leave, Maternal, Paternal, adoption, vacation, and holiday).
  • Employee Resource Groups (depending on location) and tuition reimbursement program.
  • Competitive benefits supporting financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development.

Job title

Field Service Engineer

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

Location requirements

HybridPortlandUnited States

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