Junior Quality Engineer — Precision in Manufacturing

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Bland, Virginia, is seeking a Jr. Quality Engineer to ensure transformer products meet the highest quality, safety, and reliability standards.

You will inspect, test, and analyze materials and assemblies, document non-conformances, and support corrective actions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, quality tools, and effective record-keeping within a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years in manufacturing or quality environments preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO standards and Quality Management Systems.
• Experience with quality tools (8D, FMEA, root cause analysis).
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, mechanical, and visual inspections.
• Test incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished products.
• Identify and document non-conformances; elevate when needed.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Maintain accurate quality records, reports, and data.
• Participate in audits, process reviews, and risk assessments.
• Support Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Quality assurance

ISO standards

Quality management systems

8D

FMEA

Root cause analysis

Technical drawing interpretation

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Bland, Virginia, is seeking a Jr. Quality Engineer to ensure transformer products meet the highest quality, safety, and reliability standards.

You will inspect, test, and analyze materials and assemblies, document non-conformances, and support corrective actions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement. The role emphasizes data-driven problem solving, quality tools, and effective record-keeping within a manufacturing environment