Process Engineering Manager | Crystal Springs, United States of America

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Crystal Springs (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a Manufacturing Process Manager in Crystal Springs, Mississippi to optimize production processes and drive Lean initiatives. You will work at the intersection of engineering and operations, leading projects to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, scalability of processes, and support for new product introductions while aligning with regulatory requirements and company standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering) required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or production operations.
• Strong knowledge of process design, optimization, validation, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and root cause analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive operational excellence.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze KPIs and production data to identify improvement opportunities and guide decision making.
• Support process validation activities and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

At Hitachi Energy, we are transforming the future of manufacturing through innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement. We are looking for a skilled and driven Manufacturing Process Manager to help optimize production processes, improve operational performance, and support the delivery of world-class products.

In this role, you will play a key part in developing scalable manufacturing processes, driving Lean initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. You will work at the intersection of engineering and operations, applying technical expertise and data-driven decision making to solve complex challenges and support business growth.

This is an exciting opportunity for a process improvement professional who enjoys leading projects, influencing change, and implementing innovative manufacturing solutions. You'll have the chance to work with advanced technologies, support new product introductions, enhance production capabilities, and contribute to initiatives that make a real impact across the organization.

If you are passionate about continuous improvement, operational excellence, and creating smarter manufacturing environments, we invite you to join a team where your ideas and expertise will help shape the future of energy.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Collaborate with production, quality, engineering, maintenance, and supply chain teams to drive operational excellence.
• Lead and support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze KPIs and production data to identify improvement opportunities and guide decision making.
• Support process validation activities and ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in equipment installation, technology upgrades, and manufacturing startup projects.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production and engineering teams.
• Support new product introductions by developing robust and scalable manufacturing processes.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing, or production operations.
• Strong knowledge of process design, optimization, validation, and problem-solving methodologies.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis techniques.
• Proven ability to analyze data, monitor KPIs, and implement effective process improvements.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work across diverse teams.

More About Us

• Join a global technology leader committed to advancing a sustainable energy future through innovation and collaboration.
• Grow your career through challenging projects, continuous learning opportunities, and access to world-class expertise.
• Be part of an inclusive culture that values safety, integrity, teamwork, and professional development.

Location Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job type Full time

Work arrangement On-Site

Experience Management

Job function Engineering & Science

Contract Regular

Publication date 2026-09-28

Reference number R0144288

About Hitachi Energy

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.

Hitachi Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to encouraging inclusion in the workplace.

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