Onsite HSE Technician - Safer Operations & Compliance

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

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.