Sr. Project Engineer - Design to Value

Hitachi Energy; South Boston (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth

Family Support

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Virginia seeks a Senior Value Engineering Leader to enhance transformer competitiveness and manufacturability through value engineering initiatives, DFMA, and data‑driven cost analysis. You will lead projects from concept through implementation, partner with Engineering, Operations, and global teams, and deliver measurable business impact while ensuring compliance with standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 5+ years of experience, with proficiency in 3D

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience with power transformer design is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Design-to-Value (DtV) initiatives to improve product competitiveness and operational performance.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities using DFMA principles and analyze costs, BOMs, and manufacturing processes.
• Develop data-driven business cases and implement initiatives that drive factory productivity and cost optimization.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation while monitoring progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with global engineering experts to standardize best practices and drive innovation.
• Partner with manufacturing and operations teams to deliver practical, scalable engineering solutions and technology transfers.

Skills

DtV leadership

DFMA

Cost analysis

Project leadership

Regulatory/compliance

ERP (SAP)

3D CAD (Creo)

FEA tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PTC Creo

Creo Simulate

ANSYS

SAP ERP

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.