Location:
South Boston, Virginia, United States of America
Job ID:
R0123481
Date Posted:
2026-05-27
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY USA INC
Profession (Job Category):
Quality Management
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
The opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy in a hands-on laboratory role where precision, quality, and innovation drive real impact. As a Fluid Lab Technician, you will support critical testing and analysis that ensures the safety, reliability, and performance of essential power equipment. Working with industry-recognized standards such as ASTM, IEEE, and IEC, you will play a key role in evaluating oil quality and dissolved gas analysis results that directly influence operational decisions.
This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced lab instrumentation, contribute to environmental and safety initiatives, and collaborate across teams to maintain high quality standards. From sample collection to final reporting, your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will help keep processes running efficiently and effectively. If you enjoy a technical environment where your work truly matters, this is your chance to grow and make a difference.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
How you’ll make an impact
Collect oil samples from labs, transformers, tanks, and incoming shipments
Perform Dissolved Gas Analysis and fluid quality testing
Calibrate and maintain lab equipment daily
Record and manage test results across multiple systems
Evaluate samples against ASTM, IEEE, and IEC standards
Generate quality notifications when criteria are not met
Support tank inspections, fluid handling, and environmental processes
Maintain lab supplies, cleanliness, and operational readiness
Your background
Associate degree in a technical field preferred or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years' experience in industrial environments preferred
Familiarity with ASTM, IEEE, or IEC standards is a plus
Strong computer and data entry skills
High attention to detail and ability to follow procedures
Effective written and verbal communication skills
More about us
A global leader advancing sustainable energy solutions through innovation
Continuous learning opportunities to support career growth and development
A collaborative and inclusive environment where contributions are valued
What We Offer
Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO, paid holidays
Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Since its founding in 1910, Hitachi has responded to the expectations of society and its customers through technology and innovation. Our mission is to “Contribute to society through the development of superior, original technology and products.” Over the past 100+ years this commitment has led us to work towards creating a more sustainable society through our “Social Innovation Business”. We work to apply our expertise in information technology (IT), operational technology (OT), and a wide variety of products to advance social infrastructure systems and improve quality of life across the world.
Hitachi’s Social Innovation Business is centered around 5 growth sectors: Mobility, Smart Life, Industry, Energy, and IT. Globally, we have nearly 300,000 employees who are working to improve people’s quality of life and our customers’ social, environmental, and economic values to create a sustainable future. The challenges we face as a society are unprecedented, but so are the opportunities. Together, let’s start powering good.
