Senior Quality Engineer - Transformer Excellence

Hitachi, Ltd.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in the United States is seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer to lead quality initiatives for transformer products and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams. You will ensure adherence to QMS and ISO 9001, implement corrective actions, and mentor staff in quality tools.

The role focuses on developing robust quality plans, leading audits, and embedding quality into products and processes to strengthen customer satisfaction and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of quality control or quality assurance experience in manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience supporting transformer manufacturing operations and knowledge of transformer products, processes, and quality requirements preferred.
• Strong understanding of QMS, ISO 9001, and quality methods (FMEA, SPC, MSA, 8D).
• Field experience or practical knowledge in transformer installation, service, testing, or customer support is highly desirable.
• ASQ CQE, Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control plans, procedures, and product specifications for transformer manufacturing operations.
• Analyze quality data, identify trends, and drive corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead and support internal and external quality audits to ensure compliance with standards.
• Partner with engineering, production, supply chain, and field teams to embed quality requirements.
• Oversee inspection and testing activities including first article inspections and final product verification.
• Manage non-conformance processes and material review decisions.
• Coach and mentor team members on quality tools and continuous improvement.

Skills

Data analysis

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Lean manufacturing

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Hitachi Energy in the United States is seeking a Senior Quality Control Engineer to lead quality initiatives for transformer products and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain teams. You will ensure adherence to QMS and ISO 9001, implement corrective actions, and mentor staff in quality tools.

The role focuses on developing robust quality plans, leading audits, and embedding quality into products and processes to strengthen customer satisfaction and