Senior Manufacturing Production Process Engineer

The opportunity

Ready to shape the future of manufacturing? Join Hitachi and become a driving force behind innovation, operational excellence, and smart factory transformation.

As a Senior Manufacturing Production Process Engineer, you will play a strategic role in designing, optimizing, and implementing world-class manufacturing processes that improve efficiency, quality, and productivity. Working at the intersection of engineering, automation, and continuous improvement, you will lead initiatives that bring Industry 4.0 technologies to life while creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable production environments.

This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with talented professionals across engineering, quality, production, and research teams to solve complex challenges and deliver meaningful results. From introducing new technologies and equipment to enhancing existing processes through data-driven decision making, your expertise will directly influence manufacturing performance and business success.

If you are energized by innovation, enjoy leading improvement initiatives, and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas can make a lasting impact, this is the opportunity for you.

How you'll make an impact

• Lead the development and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation solutions.

• Drive Industry 4.0 initiatives that improve operational efficiency and manufacturing performance.

• Analyze production processes to identify opportunities for increased throughput, reduced waste, and enhanced product quality.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to successfully integrate new products into manufacturing operations.

• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to resolve process challenges.

• Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies and support equipment selection through data-driven assessments.

• Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, and process flow diagrams.

• Provide technical leadership and mentor colleagues to foster a culture of continuous improvement.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field.

• 8–10 years of experience in manufacturing process engineering within a high-volume production environment.

• Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies; Green Belt or Black Belt certification is an advantage.

• Experience with automation, robotics, Industry 4.0 technologies, IoT, and data-driven manufacturing systems.

• Proven success in process design, optimization, validation, and engineering project leadership.

• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software, ERP/MES systems, statistical process control, and manufacturing data analysis tools.

More about us

• At Hitachi Energy, innovation and sustainability are at the heart of everything we do, empowering employees to make a meaningful global impact.

• We invest in continuous learning, career development, and growth opportunities across a global organization.

• Join an inclusive and collaborative workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and professional development is encouraged.