Sr. Project Engineer - Design to Value

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy USA Inc. in South Boston, VA seeks a Senior Value Engineering Leader to advance cost, manufacturability, and performance for medium to large power transformers.

You will partner with Engineering, Operations and global teams to drive DtV, DFMA, and data-driven business cases that cut costs and boost customer value. Lead projects from concept to implementation, share best practices across North America and beyond, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while exploring new

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with power transformer design preferred.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling and design tools (PTC Creo preferred).
• Experience with FEA tools such as Creo Simulate or ANSYS.
• Proven success leading engineering projects with SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead DtV initiatives to improve product competitiveness, customer value, and operational performance.
• Identify cost reduction and productivity opportunities using DFMA principles.
• Analyze product costs, bills of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering data to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Develop data-driven business cases and implement initiatives that support factory productivity and cost optimization goals.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation while monitoring progress, risks, and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with global engineering experts to standardize best practices and drive innovation across product lines.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to deliver practical, scalable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Support the introduction of new products, materials, technologies, and components, including technology transfer activities and alignment with global standards.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Skills

Power transformer design

3D modeling

Creo

FEA simulation

SAP ERP

Engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Creo Simulate

ANSYS

Job description

Location: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America

Job ID: R0138147

Date Posted: 2026-07-30

Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category): Engineering & Science

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity Join Hitachi Energy and help shape the future of power technology through innovation, engineering excellence, and continuous improvement. As a Senior Value Engineering Leader, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the competitiveness, manufacturability, and performance of medium and large power transformers. Working closely with Engineering, Operations, and global technical teams, you will drive value engineering initiatives, support the introduction of new technologies, and lead projects that deliver measurable business impact. This role offers the opportunity to influence product strategy, optimize manufacturing processes, and bring creative solutions to complex engineering challenges. You'll collaborate with talented professionals across North America and around the world, leveraging data-driven insights to improve product design, reduce costs, and create greater value for customers. If you're energized by innovation, enjoy working across functions, and thrive in an environment where your ideas can make a lasting difference, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Lead Design-to-Value (DtV) initiatives to improve product competitiveness, customer value, and operational performance.
• Identify cost reduction and productivity opportunities using Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
• Analyze product costs, bills of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering data to uncover improvement opportunities.
• Develop data-driven business cases and implement initiatives that support factory productivity and cost optimization goals.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation while monitoring progress, risks, and business outcomes.
• Collaborate with global engineering experts to standardize best practices and drive innovation across product lines.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to deliver practical, scalable, and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Support the introduction of new products, materials, technologies, and components, including technology transfer activities and alignment with global standards.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with power transformer design strongly preferred.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling and design tools; PTC Creo experience preferred.
• Experience with FEA simulation tools such as Creo Simulate, ANSYS, or equivalent.
• Proven success leading engineering projects, delivering measurable savings, and utilizing ERP systems such as SAP.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, you'll contribute to innovative technologies that support a more sustainable, secure, and resilient energy future. We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. With access to global expertise, learning opportunities, and career development programs, you'll have the support to grow and advance your career.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans.
• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional company contributions.
• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays to support work-life balance.
• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning and development programs.
• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance and fertility benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities Equal Employment Opportunity. Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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