Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job : R0144666

Date Posted:

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time Remote:

No

Job Description:

The opportunity

Are you ready to shape the future of manufacturing through innovative investments, advanced technologies, and high-impact projects? Join Hitachi Energy as a Manufacturing Engineer and play a key role in driving factory growth, operational excellence, and continuous  this role, you will lead the definition, planning, and execution of strategic capital investment projects that improve capacity, quality, productivity, and safety. Working across multiple functions, you will collaborate with engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and external partners to deliver modern manufacturing solutions that support our business objectives.

You'll have the opportunity to influence factory performance, introduce new technologies, and contribute to a culture of innovation and operational excellence.

Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated project leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, driving results, and making a lasting impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

How you'll make an impact

Lead Cap Ex projects from concept through implementation, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, budget, and schedule objectives.

Drive initiatives supporting Cost-Out, Design-to-Value (DtV), quality improvements, and capacity expansion.

Define equipment and system requirements in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

Manage equipment procurement, vendor relationships, technical reviews, and project execution activities.

Plan and support shutdown activities, ensuring successful installation and commissioning of new equipment.

Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate performance and operational readiness.

Drive project governance through Tier meetings, action plans, STECO reviews, and regular Cap Ex portfolio reviews.

Lead automation, controls, and digitalization initiatives while identifying best practices across Hitachi Energy manufacturing sites.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
2+ years of experience managing capital projects within a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment.

Experience leading equipment installation, automation, controls, or manufacturing technology projects.

Strong project management, stakeholder management, and vendor coordination skills.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

More about usJoin a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future while fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace.

Enjoy opportunities for professional growth through challenging projects, continuous learning, and global career pathways.

Work alongside passionate colleagues who value innovation, safety, integrity, and delivering meaningful impact for customers and communities worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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