Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Hitachi Energy · Crystal Springs, MS · 4 days ago
On-siteEngineeringFull-time
The opportunity to contribute to the manufacturing of critical power grid equipment that supports reliable energy delivery to communities and industries. Work closely with production and cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and operational performance within transformer manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities
- Analyze manufacturing process flows and production data to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost efficiency
- Perform engineering activities including design, development, testing, installation, and service using technical documentation and specifications
- Lead and support root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of technical issues
- Support production during process and equipment start-ups, including planning actions and training operations and maintenance teams
- Evaluate and test new process technologies, defining approval criteria and coordinating with external providers
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies such as ITM, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and value stream mapping
- Identify and lead capital improvement (CapEx) projects from scope definition through implementation and performance validation
- Maintain a strong shop floor presence to support operations, identify risks, and reinforce a culture of continuous improvement
- Ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role
- Practical experience in Lean Manufacturing methodologies such as 5S, Standard Work, Kaizen, TPM, SMED, and OEE with demonstrated results
- Experience in process improvement approaches such as Six Sigma, DMAIC, and continuous improvement frameworks
- Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication and collaboration skills across all organizational levels, from shop floor to leadership
- Must already have work authorization that would permit employment in the United States
- Transformer manufacturing experience is a plus; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred but not required
- Role requires onsite presence at our Crystal Springs, MS facility
Benefits
- Attractive health and retirement benefits
- Paid leave and flexible work arrangements
- Opportunities to work on innovative technologies that shape the future of energy
- A collaborative environment with experienced professionals across the power industry
- Access to learning platforms and career development programs