Production Engineer - Electrical / Mechanical

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is seeking a Production Engineer - Electrical/Mechanical to optimize electrical manufacturing processes and drive continuous improvement across high-volume facilities. You will design, implement, and support efficient processes, troubleshoot issues, and ensure quality output while collaborating with R&D, Design Engineering, and QA teams.

The role requires aBachelor’s degree in electrical or manufacturing engineering and 3–5 years’ related experience, with proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical manufacturing or production engineering.
• Strong understanding of electrical circuits, components, and systems.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and drawings.
• Experience with soldering, wire harnessing, PCB assembly, and electrical testing.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma and continuous improvement tools.
• Problem-solving skills and root cause analysis capability.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.
• CAD proficiency with AutoCAD Electrical and SolidWorks Electrical; MS Office skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Knowledge of relevant safety standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical manufacturing processes and layouts.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Select, specify, and qualify electrical components and tooling for lines.
• Develop and maintain electrical assembly instructions, tests, and QC documents.
• Collaborate with R&D, Design Eng, and QA for manufacturability and transfer to production.
• Identify opportunities for automation, Poka-Yoke, and waste reduction.
• Conduct time studies and process capability analyses to optimize efficiency.
• Train personnel on new processes, equipment, and standards.
• Ensure safety, ISO, and company policy compliance.
• Support maintenance planning, calibration, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Ensure adherence to applicable regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

SolidWorks Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

Production Engineer - Electrical / Mechanical

The Production Engineer-Electrical will be responsible for optimizing electrical manufacturing processes, ensuring high-quality product output, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within our production facilities. This role involves a blend of technical problem-solving, process development, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve production excellence.

How you'll make an impact

Design, develop, and implement efficient electrical manufacturing processes, procedures, and layouts for new and existing products.

Troubleshoot and resolve electrical production issues, including root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventative actions.

Select, specify, and qualify electrical components, equipment, and tooling for production lines.

Develop and maintain detailed electrical assembly instructions, test procedures, and quality control documentation.

Collaborate with R&D, Design Engineering, and Quality Assurance teams to ensure manufacturability of new products and seamless transfer to production.

Identify and implement opportunities for process automation, error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), and waste reduction (Lean manufacturing principles).

Conduct time studies and process capability analyses to optimize production efficiency and reduce cycle times.

Train production personnel on new processes, equipment, and quality standards.

Ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards (e.g., ISO), and company policies.

Participate in equipment maintenance planning and support, including calibration and preventative maintenance schedules.

You will be ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your actions while caring for colleagues and the business.

Your background

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.

3-5 years of experience in electrical manufacturing or production engineering, preferably within a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Strong understanding of electrical circuits, components, and systems.

Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings.

Experience with various manufacturing processes, including soldering, wire harnessing, PCB assembly, and electrical testing.

Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.

Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to perform root cause analysis.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, SolidWorks Electrical) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations is a plus.

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.