Junior Field Service Engineer - High Voltage
Hitachi Energy
Company Overview
Hitachi Energy Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd.
HeadquartersZurich, Switzerland
Founded2021
SizeApproximately 45,000 to over 50,000 employees globally (source: hitachienergy.com). Revenue reached around $13 billion USD in 2023 (source: hitachienergy.com).
What They Do
Hitachi Energy specializes in power grid technologies, focusing on high-voltage direct current (HVDC) systems, which have integrated over 150 gigawatts globally. Their product offerings include high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, and services aimed at grid modernization and renewable energy integration (source: wikipedia.org). The company provides HVDC converter stations, distribution transformers, and innovative gas insulation solutions, positioning itself as a leader in the energy transition (source: hitachienergy.com). Target markets encompass utilities, industries, infrastructure, renewable energy developers, and data centers, with a presence in over 140 countries organized into five global business units for localized service delivery (source: cbinsights.com). The company leverages the combined expertise of ABB's power grids and Hitachi's digital technologies, evidenced by a significant increase in order backlog since 2020 (source: hitachienergy.com).
Projects & Track Record
Hitachi Energy has been involved in several notable projects, including the supply of equipment for China's Changji-Guquan UHVDC transmission line, the world's first at 1,100 kV, completed in 2018 (source: wikipedia.org). Other significant projects include the fluoronitrile-based gas replacement for National Grid in Kent, UK, and HVDC converter stations for the North Sea Link submarine cable, both completed in 2021 (source: wikipedia.org). Recently, they have also developed a renewable energy microgrid for Gull Bay First Nation in Canada (2022) and are currently working on offshore platforms and onshore HVDC converter stations for TenneT in the North Sea (source: wikipedia.org). Their geographic presence spans over 140 countries, with a strong focus on expanding manufacturing capabilities in North America to meet growing demand (source: hitachienergy.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Hitachi Energy has announced over $155 million USD in investments to bolster manufacturing capacity in North America, including a new distribution transformer factory in Reynosa, Mexico, which is expected to create 350 jobs (source: hitachienergy.com). Additionally, they are modernizing their power transformer factory in Varennes, Quebec, with an investment exceeding $100 million (source: hitachienergy.com). The company also completed the acquisition of ABB's remaining stake in December 2022, solidifying its position as a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd. (source: wikipedia.org). Furthermore, they reported significant revenue growth in fiscal year 2023, contributing to Hitachi Ltd.'s Green Energy & Mobility segment revenues (source: hitachi.com).
Working There
Hitachi Energy offers a diverse range of roles across engineering, skilled manufacturing, administrative positions, and research, with a strong emphasis on hiring due to recent expansions (source: hitachienergy.com). The company has added over 8,000 employees globally between 2020 and 2023, with significant growth in the U.S. and Canada (source: hitachienergy.com). Office locations include Reynosa, Mexico; South Boston and Mount Pleasant, USA; Varennes, Quebec City, Montreal, Canada; Zurich, Switzerland; and Ludvika, Sweden (source: hitachienergy.com). The company culture promotes innovation, co-creation with customers, and a commitment to energy transition, as highlighted by CEO Claudio Facchin (source: hitachienergy.com).
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Functieomschrijving
Bij Hitachi Energy werk je mee aan een duurzame energietoekomst. We zoeken een enthousiaste Field Service Technician in Nederland.
In deze rol installeer, onderhoud en repareer je hoogspanningsapparatuur op klantlocaties. Je zorgt ervoor dat onze systemen veilig en efficiënt werken.
Wat je gaat doen
- Installeren, testen en onderhouden van apparatuur zoals transformatoren en schakelaars.
- Problemen oplossen met gespecialiseerde tools.
- Noodreparaties uitvoeren om downtime te minimaliseren.
- Klanten ondersteunen en trainen in het gebruik van apparatuur.
- Duidelijke servicerapporten maken.
- Veiligheidsnormen en bedrijfsbeleid naleven.
Jij bent
- Nauwkeurig en georganiseerd
- Proactief en besluitvaardig
- Klantgericht
- Handig met MS Office
Jij hebt
- Een MBO of HBO diploma in Elektrotechniek (of vergelijkbaar).
- Ervaring in een soortgelijke rol, bij voorkeur in een technische of energieomgeving.
- Begrip van elektrische circuits en energiesystemen.
- Rijbewijs B en bereidheid om te reizen binnen Nederland.
- Goede communicatievaardigheden in Nederlands en Engels.
- Kennis van veiligheidsnormen zoals NEN 3140 en NEN 3840.
- VCA-certificering of bereidheid deze te halen.
Wat wij bieden
- 32 vrije dagen.
- Bedrijfswagen
- Vakantiegeld + 13e maand.
- Fietsplan, collectieve zorgverzekering.
- Ontwikkel- en doorgroeimogelijkheden (denk aan commissioning engineer, project manager enz).
- Werken bij een snelgroeiende, internationale marktleider met een informele sfeer en betrokken collega's.
Bij Hitachi Energy krijg je de kans om bij te dragen aan een duurzame toekomst en jezelf te ontwikkelen. Interesse? Solliciteer nu!
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About the role
July 29, 2026
July 29, 2026
Full time
On-site
Company
- Diegem, Belgium
Some experience preferred
UTC+01:00