Field Service Engineer
4 days ago• Liverpool, Australia
Lilydale, Australia
The opportunity:
Deliver safe, reliable, and high-quality lifecycle services for high voltage equipment by ensuring optimal performance from installation through to end-of-life. Through technical expertise, proactive maintenance, and customer-focused execution, the role supports the continuous operation, efficiency, and sustainability of power systems while upholding the highest standards of safety, innovation, and service excellence aligned with Hitachi Energy's portfolio.
How you'll make an impact:
- You will perform installation, testing, and commissioning of HV equipment, execute pre-commissioning checks, functional testing, and energization support, interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical manuals, ensure compliance with project specifications, standards, and safety procedures, conduct scheduled inspections and condition assessments, perform preventive maintenance activities to maximize asset life and reliability.
- You will repair or replace defective components (mechanical, electrical, control), perform emergency breakdown response and restoration activities, carry out root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
- You will retrofit and modernization projects for aging HV assets, improve system performance, safety, and digital integration, perform advanced electrical testing and diagnostic assessments and interpret test results and generate technical reports, SF₆ gas density and leak detection, manage SF₆ gas handling, recovery, and environmental compliance.
- You will be responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
- 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.
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Your background:
- Diploma or Degree in Electrical/Power Engineering, or related field is an advantage.
- A-Grade Electrician. More than 3years of experience in HV equipment servicing (OEMs, substations, utilities).
- Strong understanding of high voltage systems and substation operations.
- Hands-on experience with one or more of the following is highly advantageous: AIS/GIS/Hybrid Switchgear, GCB, CTs and VTs and Disconnectors.
- Proficiency in reading electrical drawings and schematics.
- Basic knowledge of digital substation technologies is an advantage.
More about us:
At Hitachi Energy Australia, we offer you:
- Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
- International working environment and empowering working culture.
- On Job Training will help you to grow and enhance your skills.
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Client-provided location(s): Liverpool, Australia, Lilydale, Australia
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-195285
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-05-21T23:33:42
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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