Global Design Sustainability Lead — Remote

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in North Carolina seeks an Engineering Design Sustainability Lead to shape global sustainability efforts within their transformer business. This role will define and drive design-led sustainability strategies, embedding sustainability into engineering processes. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of engineering experience, and a strong track record in sustainability initiatives. This hybrid role offers the chance to influence and work across global teams while reducing environmental impact.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering experience, including 5+ in sustainability-focused roles.
• Proven success in design-led sustainability initiatives.
• Strong knowledge of sustainable materials and carbon accounting.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive a global sustainability strategy within Engineering.
• Embed sustainability into engineering standards and processes.
• Reduce product-level carbon footprint through design choices.

Skills

Engineering experience

Sustainability-focused roles

Lifecycle assessment

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering or related field

Job description

A leading engineering firm located in North Carolina seeks an Engineering Design Sustainability Lead to shape global sustainability efforts within their transformer business. This role will define and drive design-led sustainability strategies, embedding sustainability into engineering processes. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in Engineering, at least 10 years of engineering experience, and a strong track record in sustainability initiatives. This hybrid role offers the chance to influence and work across global teams while reducing environmental impact.