Manufacturing Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated process optimization engineer to enhance manufacturing efficiency at their Mount Pleasant facility. In this pivotal role, you will lead initiatives to streamline assembly and testing processes, develop standard work procedures, and implement cutting-edge manufacturing technologies. Your expertise will drive continuous improvement projects, ensuring high product quality and operational excellence. If you are passionate about engineering and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on production processes and contribute to innovative high-voltage product lines.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process development required.
• Strong understanding of process flow and equipment layout design.

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization and equipment layout improvements.
• Support integration of new testing methods into production.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

Lean Methodologies

Six Sigma Tools

Job description

locations Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

time type Full time

posted on Posted 3 Days Ago

job requisition id R0085531

Location: Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job ID: R0085531

Date Posted: 2025-04-03

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

Your Responsibilities:

1. Lead process optimization and equipment layout improvements to increase efficiency in assembly and high-voltage test processes.
2. Develop manufacturing procedures, standard work, and tooling concepts, focusing on repeatability, cost reduction, and throughput.
3. Identify and resolve manufacturing and testing bottlenecks, working cross-functionally with design engineering, quality, and production teams.
4. Support the integration of new testing methods and manufacturing technologies into full-scale production.
5. Monitor key production metrics (OEE, quality, cycle time) and drive corrective actions as needed.
6. Support root cause analysis, failure investigations, and continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies.
7. Develop and maintain training materials and work instructions for technicians and operators.
8. Drive process standardization across product lines to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer.
9. Provide guidance to junior engineers and participate in process improvement and Kaizen activities.

Your Background:

1. Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field required.
2. 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, industrial engineering, or production process optimization.
3. Strong understanding of process flow, equipment layout design, work standardization, and manufacturing efficiency.
4. Experience working in high-mix, low-volume or engineered-to-order environments is an advantage.
5. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles; certification preferred.
6. Ability to work independently on complex projects and coach less experienced team members.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, collaborative approach.
8. Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with cross-functional teams (design, test, quality, and production).
9. Strong time management and project management abilities to prioritize initiatives and drive results.
10. Flexibility to work extended hours when needed to support production and testing deadlines.

Primary Job Location: This position will support manufacturing and process development activities at Hitachi Energy’s Mount Pleasant, PA facility, with ownership of continuous improvement projects, production process optimization, and cross-functional support for high-voltage product lines.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities