Manufacturing Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Virginia to lead capital investment projects, drive capacity improvements, and improve safety and quality across the factory. You will collaborate with engineering, production, maintenance, and external partners to deliver modern manufacturing solutions.

The role emphasizes project definition, planning, and execution, with governance of CAPEX, FAT/SAT, and cost-out initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience managing capital projects within manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environments.
• Experience leading equipment installation, automation, or manufacturing technology projects.
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and vendor coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead CapEx projects from concept through implementation, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, budget, and schedule objectives.
• Drive initiatives supporting Cost-Out, Design-to-Value (DtV), quality improvements, and capacity expansion.
• Define equipment and system requirements in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Manage equipment procurement, vendor relationships, technical reviews, and project execution activities.
• Plan and support shutdown activities, ensuring successful installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate performance and readiness.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Vendor coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID: R0144666

Date Posted: 2026-10-22

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description: The opportunity Are you ready to shape the future of manufacturing through innovative investments, advanced technologies, and high-impact projects? Join Hitachi Energy as a Manufacturing Engineer and play a key role in driving factory growth, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. In this role, you will lead the definition, planning, and execution of strategic capital investment projects that improve capacity, quality, productivity, and safety. Working across multiple functions, you will collaborate with engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and external partners to deliver modern manufacturing solutions that support our business objectives. You'll have the opportunity to influence factory performance, introduce new technologies, and contribute to a culture of innovation and operational excellence. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated project leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, driving results, and making a lasting impact in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead CapEx projects from concept through implementation, ensuring delivery against safety, quality, budget, and schedule objectives.
• Drive initiatives supporting Cost-Out, Design-to-Value (DtV), quality improvements, and capacity expansion.
• Define equipment and system requirements in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
• Manage equipment procurement, vendor relationships, technical reviews, and project execution activities.
• Plan and support shutdown activities, ensuring successful installation and commissioning of new equipment.
• Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) to validate performance and operational readiness.
• Drive project governance through Tier meetings, action plans, STECO reviews, and regular CapEx portfolio reviews.
• Lead automation, controls, and digitalization initiatives while identifying best practices across Hitachi Energy manufacturing sites.

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience managing capital projects within a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment.
• Experience leading equipment installation, automation, controls, or manufacturing technology projects.
• Strong project management, stakeholder management, and vendor coordination skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.

More about us

Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future while fostering an inclusive, collaborative workplace. Enjoy opportunities for professional growth through challenging projects, continuous learning, and global career pathways. Work alongside passionate colleagues who value innovation, safety, integrity, and delivering meaningful impact for customers and communities worldwide. Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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