Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Hitachi; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuous learning and development programs

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is looking for a Maintenance Engineer in South Boston, Virginia. In this role, you will address technical challenges, enhance plant equipment performance, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 2-5 years of related experience, and strong analytical skills. You will contribute to safety and reliability initiatives, with the opportunity for career growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve equipment and process challenges.
• Lead troubleshooting of machine breakdowns and performance issues.
• Analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Problem solving

Data analysis

Mechanical systems knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Control systems knowledge

ERP systems familiarity

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

The opportunity

Step into a dynamic role where innovation meets impact. As a Maintenance Engineer, you will help power operational excellence by solving complex technical challenges and enhancing the performance of critical plant equipment. This is an opportunity to collaborate across engineering, production, HSE, and quality teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and sustainable operations. You will play a key role in shaping continuous improvement initiatives, strengthening a culture of safety and accountability, and ensuring equipment and systems consistently perform at their best. If you enjoy hands‑on problem solving, data‑driven decision making, and making a visible difference on the production floor, this role offers an exciting environment to grow your skills and influence outcomes.

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

How you’ll make an impact

• Diagnose and resolve equipment and process challenges
• Lead troubleshooting of machine breakdowns and performance issues
• Analyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunities
• Drive preventive maintenance and reliability improvements
• Support safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance goals
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lean initiatives
• Support maintenance systems, tools, and technology integrations

Your background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process environment
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Experience with troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem solving
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and MS Office tools
• Effective communication skills and flexibility to support varied shifts

More about us

• Be part of a global leader driving the energy transition and sustainable future
• Access continuous learning, development programs, and career growth opportunities
• Collaborate in an inclusive environment that values innovation and teamwork

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities