Quality Specialist / Junior Quality Engineer

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. is looking for a Quality Specialist based in Bland, Virginia. You will be responsible for ensuring that products meet quality specifications and supporting manufacturing excellence through inspection and testing.

The ideal candidate should have a degree in Engineering or a related field, US citizenship, and experience in quality management. Key responsibilities include addressing quality issues, conducting inspections, and maintaining compliance with ISO standards.

Join us to contribute to our commitment to high-quality manufacturing practices!

Qualifications

• US citizenship required.
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• 3+ years of experience in quality or manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure products meet quality specifications through inspection processes.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and support corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical thinking and problem solving

Attention to detail

Strong communication and teamwork

Knowledge of ISO standards

Experience with root cause analysis

Education

Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality or equivalent

Tools

8D

FMEA

Job description

## Quality SpecialistApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Bland, Virginia, United States of Americatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0123516**Location:**Bland, Virginia, United States of America**Job ID:**R0123516**Date Posted:**2026-06-11**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Quality Management**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**# Position Summary* Responsible for ensuring that products meet quality specifications through effective inspection and testingprocesses. Monitor the quality of transformers and their components throughout all phases of manufacturing,complying with internal, customer, and industry standards. Execute timely quality control activities and deliver data-driven insights to support manufacturing excellence and minimize defects.# Key Responsibilities* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues* Support continuous improvement, Lean, and 5S initiatives* Identify, document, and escalate non-conformances* Perform root cause analysis and support corrective actions* Maintain accurate quality data, reports, and records* Support QMS implementation and ISO compliance* Participate in audits, process reviews, and risk assessments* Conduct electrical, mechanical, and visual inspections* Support supplier quality and supplier development initiatives* Perform inspections and testing of incoming materials, in-process assemblies, and finished products* Promote safety and comply with HSE standards# Qualifications* US CITIZENSHIP Required* Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality OR an equivalent combination of education and experience* Knowledge of ISO standards and Quality Management Systems (QMS)* Experience with root cause analysis and quality tools (8D, FMEA)* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications# Preferred Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field preferred* 3+ years of experience in quality or manufacturing environments* Lean Six Sigma Yellow or Green Belt certification* Experience in transformer or heavy manufacturing* Familiarity with advanced quality tools# Core Competencies* Analytical thinking and problem solving* Attention to detail* Strong communication and teamwork* Continuous improvement mindset* Accountability and customer focus***Equal Employment Opportunity*** ***(EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities***## Protected veterans and qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.