Industrial Engineer

Hitachi Energy; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth support

Family Support programs

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes and enhance production operations. This role involves collaboration across engineering and production to implement efficient workflows and champion continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree and has 3-5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing. Key responsibilities include analyzing processes, designing production layouts, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Hitachi Energy values innovation and collaboration in a diverse culture.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience with process mapping, time studies, and facility layout design.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies.
• Design and optimize production layouts and workflows.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and technical documentation.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process Mapping

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy and play a key role in transforming how advanced electrical products are built. As an Industrial Engineer supporting Breakers & Modules, you'll drive efficiency, innovation, and quality across production operations. This is an exciting opportunity to shape manufacturing excellence by optimizing workflows, implementing new technologies, and contributing to high-impact projects that power industries and communities worldwide.

In this role, you'll collaborate with diverse teams across engineering, production, and quality to create smarter, more agile manufacturing systems. You'll be empowered to apply lean principles, champion continuous improvement, and bring forward ideas that reduce waste and enhance performance. If you're motivated by solving complex challenges and seeing your work directly impact operational success, this is the place to grow and thrive.

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

How you'll make an impact

• Analyze manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities
• Design and optimize production layouts, workflows, and material handling systems
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and technical documentation
• Conduct time, motion, and capacity studies to improve resource utilization
• Partner with cross-functional teams to introduce new products and processes
• Apply lean tools like 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping for continuous improvement
• Monitor KPIs and drive improvements in efficiency, quality, and waste reduction
• Support root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or related engineering field
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering within manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods
• Experience with process mapping, time studies, and facility layout design
• Proficiency with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

More about us

• Join a global leader advancing a sustainable energy future
• Grow through continuous learning, mentorship, and career development programs
• Work in an inclusive culture that values collaboration, innovation, and diverse perspectives

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) with company match and additional contributions
• Paid Time Off - Flexible PTO, paid holidays
• Professional Growth - Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs
• Family Support - Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits