Process Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA INC in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Process Engineer to analyze operations and develop procedures that improve efficiency across departments like HSE, Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Inventory. You will lead Kaizen events, create standard work, and drive CAPEX and cost-out initiatives while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 2+ years of experience in process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related field and 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in process engineering, continuous improvement, and Lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in computer programs for engineering operations and analyses.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving orientation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor overall health of assigned areas including production flow and equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean methodologies to enhance efficiency.
• Attend and lead Kaizen events to foster culture of improvement.
• Create and update Work Instructions and Standard Work.
• Identify and complete CAPEX and cost-out projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, quality, and procurement.

Skills

Process engineering

Lean methodologies

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America Job ID: R0126185 Date Posted: 2026-04-10 Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science Job Schedule: Full time Remote: No

Job Description: The Opportunity Are you passionate about driving operational excellence and continuous improvement? Join Hitachi Energy as a Process Engineer in South Boston, VA., where you'll play a pivotal role in analyzing operations and developing procedures to enhance efficiency across various departments, including HSE, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Inventory, and Test. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement Lean methodologies and lead Kaizen events. You'll be at the forefront of innovation, identifying and completing projects related to capital expenditure and cost-out, all while ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. If you're ready to make a significant impact and grow your career in a supportive and innovative organization, this opportunity is for you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Monitor and evaluate the overall health of assigned areas, including production flow, operator movement, equipment, and area layout.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean methodologies to enhance production area efficiency.
• Attend and lead Kaizen events to foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Create and update Work Instructions and Standard Work for assigned areas.
• Identify and complete projects related to capital expenditure (CAPEX) and cost-out initiatives.
• Act as a liaison for cross-functional team activities, including production, ITM, maintenance, quality, and procurement.
• Identify and solve problems with a balance of urgency and compliance with HSE and quality regulations.
• Perform assignments associated with various engineering activities, ensuring quality and schedule requirements are met.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or a related field and 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in process engineering, continuous improvement, and Lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in computer programs for engineering operations and analyses.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Effective communication skills and problem-solving orientation.

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