Process Engineer

Hitachi • South Boston, VA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Opportunity Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and continuous improvement? Join Hitachi Energy as a Process Engineer in South Boston, VA., where you'll play a pivotal role in analyzing operations and developing procedures to enhance efficiency across various departments, including HSE, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Inventory, and Test. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement Lean methodologies and lead Kaizen events. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, identifying and completing projects related to capital expenditure and cost-out, all while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative organization, this opportunity is for you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related field and 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in process engineering, continuous improvement, and Lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in computer programs for engineering operations and analyses.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving orientation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate the overall health of assigned areas, including production flow, operator movement, equipment, and area layout.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean methodologies to enhance production area efficiency.
• Attend and lead Kaizen events to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Create and update Work Instructions and Standard Work for assigned areas.
• Identify and complete projects related to capital expenditure (CAPEX) and cost-out initiatives.
• Act as a liaison for cross-functional team activities, including production, ITM, maintenance, quality, and procurement.
• Identify and solve problems with a balance of urgency and compliance with HSE and quality regulations.
• Perform assignments associated with various engineering activities, ensuring quality and schedule requirements are met.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level