Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to optimize plant equipment and drive reliability on the production floor. You will diagnose issues, lead troubleshooting, analyze data, and implement preventive maintenance with a focus on safety and quality.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, HSE, and quality teams, support lean initiatives, and contribute to continuous improvement through data-driven decisions and effective use of ERP tools.

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Control systems

Data analysis

Problem solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Office

Job description

Location:South Boston, Virginia, United States of AmericaJob ID:R0140990Date Posted:2026-08-06Company Name:HITACHI ENERGY USA INCProfession (Job Category):Production & Skilled TradesJob Schedule:Full timeRemote:NoJob Description:The opportunityStep 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 impactDiagnose and resolve equipment and process challengesLead troubleshooting of machine breakdowns and performance issuesAnalyze data to identify trends and improvement opportunitiesDrive preventive maintenance and reliability improvementsSupport safety, quality, delivery, cost, and inventory performance goalsPartner with cross-functional teams to implement solutionsContribute to continuous improvement and lean initiativesSupport maintenance systems, tools, and technology integrationsYour backgroundBachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process environmentStrong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and control systemsExperience with troubleshooting, data analysis, and problem solvingFamiliarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and MS Office toolsEffective communication skills and flexibility to support varied shiftsMore about usBe part of a global leader driving the energy transition and sustainable futureAccess continuous learning, development programs, and career growth opportunitiesCollaborate in an inclusive environment that values innovation and teamworkEqual Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesEqual Employment OpportunityHitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individualswith disabilities.Accessibility and reasonable accommodationProtected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.This accommodation channel is solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes will not receive a response.Use of Al and automated tools in recruitmentAs part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.