Process Engineer

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Process Engineer and help drive operational excellence at our Reynosa, Tamaulipas manufacturing facility. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of our operations by improving safety, quality, productivity, delivery performance, and overall manufacturing efficiency.

In this role, you will be at the center of continuous improvement initiatives, working closely with cross‑functional teams to optimize manufacturing processes, solve complex technical challenges, and implement innovative solutions. You will contribute to capital investment projects, support new product introductions, evaluate emerging technologies, and play a key role in developing world‑class manufacturing practices.

If you are passionate about engineering, process optimization, and creating measurable business impact, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to grow your expertise while supporting technologies that are shaping a more sustainable energy future.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Analyze manufacturing processes and performance data to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

• Support production during equipment, process, and new product start‑ups.

• Investigate technical issues, implement corrective actions, and drive sustainable solutions.

• Define and execute capital improvement projects from evaluation through implementation.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.

• Evaluate new technologies, tools, fixtures, and manufacturing solutions to improve operational performance.

• Collaborate in Daily Management Meetings and lead resolution of critical manufacturing challenges.

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

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or continuous improvement environments.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DMAIC, Gemba, or similar methodologies.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across multiple teams.

• Visa authorization permitting business travel to Hitachi Energy locations in the United States.

• Experience with CAD, manufacturing tooling, fixtures, process validation, or new product introduction is preferred.

More About Us

• At Hitachi Energy, you will work on meaningful projects that support the global transition toward a sustainable energy future.

• We invest in professional development through continuous learning, mentoring, and career growth opportunities.

• Our inclusive and collaborative culture empowers people to share ideas, innovate, and make a lasting impact.

• Ready to transform manufacturing excellence and help power a more sustainable world? Join Hitachi Energy and make an impact from day one.

Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre‑employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles—particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security‑sensitive functions—additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.