Process Engineering Specialist: Lean & Continuous Improvement

Hitachi; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Bland, Virginia is seeking a Process Engineering Specialist to analyze operations, develop efficient procedures, and partner with HSE, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Inventory, and Test teams.

You will drive continuous improvement, champion standardization, and help create environments where safety, quality, and productivity thrive while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with production or manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with Lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles.
• Ability to analyze data using standard engineering and computer tools.
• Strong communication skills across departments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess the health of standard processes.
• Analyze and improve production flow, operator movement, and area layout.
• Lead or participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement activities.
• Create and maintain Work Instructions and Standard Work.
• Identify and execute CAPEX and cost-out improvement projects.
• Collaborate across HSE, Engineering, Production, Quality, and Procurement.
• Troubleshoot issues balancing urgency with safety and quality requirements.
• Use software tools to conduct analyses, prepare reports, and support engineering activities.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Engineering degree or related field

Job description

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in Bland, Virginia is seeking a Process Engineering Specialist to analyze operations, develop efficient procedures, and partner with HSE, Quality, Production, Maintenance, Inventory, and Test teams.

You will drive continuous improvement, champion standardization, and help create environments where safety, quality, and productivity thrive while ensuring compliance with internal and external regulations.