Manufacturing Engineer

Your Responsibilities:

* Lead process optimization and equipment layout improvements to increase efficiency in assembly and high-voltage test processes.

* Develop manufacturing procedures, standard work, and tooling concepts, focusing on repeatability, cost reduction, and throughput.

* Identify and resolve manufacturing and testing bottlenecks, working cross-functionally with design engineering, quality, and production teams.

* Support the integration of new testing methods and manufacturing technologies into full-scale production.

* Monitor key production metrics (OEE, quality, cycle time) and drive corrective actions as needed.

* Support root cause analysis, failure investigations, and continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies.

* Develop and maintain training materials and work instructions for technicians and operators.

* Drive process standardization across product lines to ensure consistency and knowledge transfer.

* Provide guidance to junior engineers and participate in process improvement and Kaizen activities.

Your Background

* Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field required.

* 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process development, industrial engineering, or production process optimization.

* Strong understanding of process flow, equipment layout design, work standardization, and manufacturing efficiency.

* Experience working in high-mix, low-volume or engineered-to-order environments is an advantage.

* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement principles; certification preferred.

* Ability to work independently on complex projects and coach less experienced team members.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, collaborative approach.

* Excellent communication skills and the ability to interface with cross-functional teams (design, test, quality, and production).

* Strong time management and project management abilities to prioritize initiatives and drive results.

* Flexibility to work extended hours when needed to support production and testing deadlines.

Primary Job Location

* This position will support manufacturing and process development activities at Hitachi Energy's Mount Pleasant, PA facility, with ownership of continuous improvement projects, production process optimization, and cross-functional support for high-voltage product lines.