HSE Technician - Off Shift

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC on the South Boston, Virginia, USA production floor seeks an experienced HSE Technician to safeguard people, operations, and the environment while supporting business continuity and growth.

This boots-on-the-ground role focuses on building relationships, influencing others, and turning HSE standards into everyday behaviors across teams, supervisors, and leaders to strengthen safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience, ideally with HSE exposure.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coach and advise supervisors on HSE practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal HSE regulations.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, and follow-up actions.
• Analyze trends and recommend preventive measures.
• Support and implement Group and Business Unit HSE programs.
• Promote engagement and safe behaviors across the site.
• Contribute to HSE strategic planning and KPI achievement.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Influencing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID: R0123021

Date Posted: 2026-04-08

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Production & Skilled Trades

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

This is an opportunity to be a visible, trusted presence on the production floor and a catalyst for a safer, healthier, and more sustainable workplace. As an HSE Technician, you will play a critical role in safeguarding people, operations, and the environment while supporting business continuity and growth. This boots-on-the-ground role is best suited for someone who enjoys building relationships, influencing others positively, and turning HSE standards into everyday behaviors. You will partner closely with team members, supervisors, and leaders to strengthen safety culture, proactively identify risks, and implement practical solutions that make a real difference. From driving compliance to coaching safe work practices, your work will directly contribute to operational excellence and employee well-being. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

• Coach and advise supervisors on HSE practices.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal HSE regulations.
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments.
• Manage incident reporting, investigations, and follow-up actions.
• Analyze trends and recommend preventive measures.
• Support and implement Group and Business Unit HSE programs.
• Promote engagement and safe behaviors across the site.
• Contribute to HSE strategic planning and KPI achievement.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience, ideally with HSE exposure.
• Knowledge of OSHA requirements is preferred.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and influencing skills.
• Experience with safety culture or behavior-based safety programs is a plus.
• Authorization to work in the United States required.

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