Sr. Project Engineer - Design to Value
Listed on 2026-08-02
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Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Systems Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
Location:
South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job : R0138147 Date Posted: Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category):
Engineering & Science
Job Schedule:
Full time Remote:
No
Job Description:
The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of power technology through innovation, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement. As a Senior Value Engineering Leader, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the competitiveness, manufacturability, and performance of medium and large power transformers. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and global technical teams, you will drive value engineering initiatives, support the introduction of new technologies, and lead projects that deliver measurable business impact.
This role offers the opportunity to influence product strategy, optimize manufacturing processes, and bring creative solutions to complex engineering challenges. You'll collaborate with talented professionals across North America and around the world, leveraging data-driven insights to improve product design, reduce costs, and create greater value for customers. If you're energized by innovation, enjoy working across functions, and thrive in an environment where your ideas can make a lasting difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
You'll Make an Impact
- Lead Design-to-Value (DtV) initiatives to improve product competitiveness, customer value, and operational performance.
- Identify cost reduction and productivity opportunities using Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
- Analyze product costs, bills of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering data to uncover improvement opportunities.
- Develop data-driven business cases and implement initiatives that support factory productivity and cost optimization goals.
- Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation while monitoring progress, risks, and business outcomes.
- Collaborate with global engineering experts to standardize best practices and drive innovation across product lines.
- Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to deliver practical, scalable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
- Support the introduction of new products, materials, technologies, and components, including technology transfer activities and alignment with global standards.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.
Your Background- Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
- Experience with power transformer design strongly preferred.
- Proficiency with 3D modeling and design tools; PTC Creo experience preferred.
- Experience with FEA simulation tools such as Creo Simulate, ANSYS, or equivalent.
- Proven success leading engineering projects, delivering measurable savings, and utilizing ERP systems such as SAP.
At Hitachi Energy, you'll contribute to innovative technologies that support a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future.
We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives drive innovation and success.
With access to global expertise, learning opportunities, and career development programs, you'll have the support to grow and advance your career.
Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future.
That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges.
Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues.
Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe.
From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers.
And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference.
Come and experience the dynamic,…
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