Process Engineering Technician

Process Engineering Technician

The role of a Process Engineering Technician at Hitachi Energy involves several key responsibilities and competencies:

• Production Processes
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  Support the development and implementation of scalable and adaptable manufacturing processes that align with business needs, quality standards, and safety regulations. This includes reviewing and improving work instructions, tools, and equipment to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and achieve long‑term production objectives.
• Technical Support
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  Provide technical support to production teams on process‑related issues. This involves developing and delivering technical training to enhance team skills and participating in production support activities by addressing technical questions, specifying materials, and advising on equipment selection to optimize process performance.
• Equipment and Technology Management
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  Support the reliable operation and proper maintenance of machinery by following best practices to minimize downtime. Ensure that updated process and technical documentation are provided to the Supply Chain Management team to support supplier evaluations and agreements.
• Data and KPI Analysis
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  Monitor process performance and quality metrics to identify potential issues. Analyze data to support troubleshooting efforts and ensure processes stay within quality standards.
• Continuous Improvement
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  Support the organization in identifying, recommending, and implementing improvement projects using lean methodologies.
• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):
  Comply with health, safety, and environmental standards by following procedures and promoting a strong safety mindset. Ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

• Technical Skills
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  Proficiency in data analysis, KPI monitoring, and technical studies to support decision‑making. Ability to troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Interpersonal Skills
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  Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Knowledge Areas
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  Understanding of manufacturing processes and systems, mechanical or industrial engineering principles, lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, process validation and regulatory compliance, production planning and cost analysis, materials and equipment used in production, health, safety, and environmental regulations, new product introduction processes, and statistical process control and quality systems.

Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job type:
Full time

Experience:

Experienced

Job function:
Engineering & Science

Contract:

Regular

Publication date:

Reference number: R0131132

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

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