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Manufacturing Engineer

Company:
Hitachi Energy
Location:
Mount Pleasant, PA
Posted:
May 07, 2025
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Description:

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.

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