In-Process Quality Engineer- Small & Medium Power Transformer | Vadodara, India

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking an In-Process Quality Engineer to ensure top-quality throughout the manufacturing of small and medium power transformers. You will drive in-process QC, audits, and continuous improvement to deliver compliant, reliable products.

The role emphasizes collaboration with production, design, and supply chain, applying tools like FMEA, SPC, and 8D to prevent defects and reduce scrap, while maintaining ISO 9001 compliance and strong data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Eng or related field.
• 3–7 years in a quality engineering role, ideally in electrical manufacturing with transformers or heavy electrical equipment.
• Strong knowledge of transformer design, manufacturing processes, and testing standards (IEC, ANSI/IEEE).
• Experience with ISO 9001 QMS and tools like FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong written and verbal English communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Reading/interpreting engineering drawings and specs; MS Excel/Minitab proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain in-process QC plans, procedures, and work instructions for transformer manufacturing.
• Conduct inspections, tests, and audits across winding, core assembly, tanking, insulation, final assembly.
• Use quality tools (FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa, SPC) for root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production, design, and supply chain to resolve quality issues and reduce scrap.
• Monitor quality data, trends, and KPIs to identify improvement opportunities.
• Support qualification of new materials, components, and processes against requirements.
• Provide training on quality standards and best practices to production staff.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal QMS requirements, and external regs.
• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects for quality, efficiency, cost.

Skills

Quality mindset

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Industrial Eng

Tools

FMEA

SPC

MS Excel

Minitab

8D

Job description

In-Process Quality Engineer- Small & Medium Power Transformer

The In-Process Quality Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the highest quality standards are met throughout the manufacturing process of small and medium power transformers. This role involves proactive quality assurance, defect prevention, and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver reliable and compliant products to our customers.

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop, implement, and maintain in-process quality control plans, procedures, and work instructions for the manufacturing of small and medium power transformers.
• Conduct regular inspections, tests, and audits at various stages of the production process (e.g., winding, core assembly, tanking, insulation, final assembly) to identify and address non-conformities.
• Utilize various quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, 8D, Ishikawa, SPC) for root cause analysis of defects and implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Collaborate closely with production, design, and supply chain teams to resolve quality issues, improve manufacturing processes, and reduce scrap and rework.
• Monitor and analyze quality data, trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and report on quality performance.
• Participate in the qualification of new materials, components, and processes, ensuring they meet specified quality requirements.
• Provide training and guidance to production personnel on quality standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, customer specifications, and internal quality management system (QMS) requirements (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement projects aimed at enhancing product quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 3-7 years of experience in a quality engineering role, preferably within the electrical manufacturing industry, with specific exposure to power transformers or similar heavy electrical equipment.
• Strong understanding of transformer design, manufacturing processes, and testing standards (e.g., IEC, ANSI/IEEE).
• Proficiency in quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001) and quality tools (e.g., FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D problem-solving).
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different departments.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting, with experience using relevant software (e.g., MS Excel, Minitab).
• Certification in quality (e.g., ASQ Certified Quality Engineer) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Proficiency in both spoken & written English language is required

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.