Process Engineer - Lean Improvement & Kaizen Lead

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; South Boston (VA); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Process Engineer to analyze operations and develop procedures to enhance efficiency across multiple departments. You will lead Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, and cross-functional collaboration to implement improvements in production, maintenance, and quality.

A Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of experience are required. This role emphasizes HSE compliance, standard work creation, and involvement in CAPEX and cost-out projects.

Competenze

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or 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.

Mansioni

• 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.

Conoscenze

Lean methodologies

Continuous improvement

Leadership

Problem solving

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Strumenti

Engineering software

Descrizione del lavoro

Hitachi Energy Ltd. in South Boston, VA, is seeking a Process Engineer to analyze operations and develop procedures to enhance efficiency across multiple departments. You will lead Lean initiatives, Kaizen events, and cross-functional collaboration to implement improvements in production, maintenance, and quality.

A Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2+ years of experience are required. This role emphasizes HSE compliance, standard work creation, and involvement in CAPEX and cost-out projects.