GIS Field Service Engineer - Military Veterans

Description

General Information:

Field Service Engineering work is focused on providing technical advice to customers including commissioning, installing, and testing of products/equipment including: Identifying and correcting more complex problems associated with start-up. Researching, evaluating, and recommending new products or equipment upgrades that will meet customer needs. Developing on-going relationships with customers to secure future business. May resolve/troubleshoot implementation problems and/or train customers on the features of the equipment they have purchased A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities may include: Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

Your Responsibilities:

• Perform field service operations that present usual or unusual problems requiring solid technical skills.



• Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage GIS substations (69kV through 550kV)



• Supervise electricians and contractors, hired by Hitachi Energy or provided by the customer.



• Execute or supervise the installation and commissioning of high voltage equipment – Generator Circuit Breakers, Dead Tank Breakers, Instrument Transformers, Capacitor banks and filters



• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on High Voltage equipment



• Troubleshoot and repair equipment, applying own knowledge and experience.



• 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.



• 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 non standard schedules at field locations with exposure to varying environmental conditions.



• Travel estimated at 80%



• Follow safety policies and procedures.



• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background:

• Technical certificate in an electrical or mechanical related field and total of 5+ years of High Voltage Substations and equipment (>69kV) at field assignments supervising erection and testing. Alternatively, experience with similar equipment (electrical and/or mechanical) on a military assignment may be considered.



• Preferable Bachelors degree in electrical or mechanical engineering



• Proven leadership experience coordinating and leading crew on electrical projects installation



• Preferable previous role as field supervisor in the assembly and commissioning of Gas Insulated Substations (69kV..550kV)



• Experience working with Power Utilities



• Experience with SF6 gas handling, leak detection and testing



• Reading of electrical drawings and schematics



• Knowledge to operate test equipment, such as CB timers, power factor, TTR, ductor, CT testers



• Familiarity with windows applications



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

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling a Hitachi Energy HR Representative at 1-888-504-2007 or by sending an email to: us-pg-askhr@abb.com. Resumes and applications will not be accepted in this manner.