Training and Development Leader

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; South Boston, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC. in South Boston, VA is seeking a Training & Development Leader to design and drive learning initiatives in our manufacturing environment, aligning programs with business goals and compliance.

You will partner with Operations, HR, and leadership to improve onboarding, build development pathways, and measure training impact using KPIs. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least four years designing and delivering programs, with experience in

Qualifications

• Strong project management, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience designing, administering, and delivering training programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean management systems and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience with instructional design methodologies and learning technologies; CPTD/CLDP/CPLP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee training and development programs that enhance employee performance, engagement, and skills.
• Partner with Operations, HR, leadership, and support functions to identify and implement learning improvements.
• Enhance onboarding programs to support a positive and effective new employee experience.
• Develop, track, and analyze training KPIs to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Implement training plans that align with business objectives and operational priorities.
• Manage and maintain training systems, records, and learning resources.
• Develop training materials and support trainers in delivering engaging learning experiences using adult learning methodologies.
• Evaluate current training practices and recommend innovative solutions that improve workforce capability and career development.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Facilitation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Training & Development / HR / Organizational Development

Tools

Learning technologies

Training systems

Job description

## Training and Development LeaderApply: Onsite: South Boston, Virginia, United States of America: Full time: Posted Today: R0144271**Location:**South Boston, Virginia, United States of America**Job ID:**R0144271**Date Posted:**2026-09-11**Company Name:**HITACHI ENERGY USA INC**Profession (Job Category):**Human Resources**Job Schedule:**Full time**Remote:**No**Job Description:**Are you passionate about developing people, strengthening skills, and creating learning experiences that drive real business results? Join Hitachi Energy as a **Training & Development Leader** and play a key role in shaping a culture of continuous learning and operational excellence within our manufacturing environment.In this role, you will lead impactful training and development initiatives that enhance employee capability, engagement, and performance. Working closely with Operations, HR Business Partners, leaders, and support teams, you will identify opportunities to improve learning processes, build effective training programs, and create development pathways that support both individual growth and business success.**Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.**This is an exciting opportunity for a learning professional who enjoys collaborating across functions, driving continuous improvement, and helping employees reach their full potential. From onboarding and skills development to training effectiveness and workforce capability, your contributions will directly support operational excellence and long-term organizational success.If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy turning ideas into action, and are motivated by helping people learn and grow, we invite you to bring your expertise and energy to our team.**How You'll Make an Impact*** Lead and oversee training and development programs that enhance employee performance, engagement, and skills.* Partner with Operations, HR, leadership, and support functions to identify and implement learning improvements.* Enhance onboarding programs to support a positive and effective new employee experience.* Develop, track, and analyze training KPIs to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.* Implement training plans that align with business objectives and operational priorities.* Manage and maintain training systems, records, and learning resources.* Develop training materials and support trainers in delivering engaging learning experiences using adult learning methodologies.* Evaluate current training practices and recommend innovative solutions that improve workforce capability and career development.**Your Background*** Bachelor's degree in Training & Development, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field.* Minimum 4 years of experience designing, administering, and delivering training programs.* Experience working within a manufacturing environment and supporting a diverse workforce.* Knowledge of lean management systems and continuous improvement principles.* Strong project management, communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.* Experience with instructional design methodologies, learning technologies, and performance-driven training solutions; certifications such as CPTD, CLDP, or CPLP are preferred.