Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Location:

Crystal Springs, Mississippi, United States of America

Job ID:

R0142326

Date Posted:

2026-08-24

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY USA INC

Profession (Job Category):

Engineering & Science

Job Schedule:

Full time

Remote:

No

Job Description:

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Crystal Springs, MS)

The Opportunity

In this role, you will contribute to the manufacturing of critical power grid equipment that supports reliable energy delivery to communities and industries. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will work closely with production and cross-functional teams to improve safety, quality, and operational performance within transformer manufacturing processes. You will take part in analyzing workflows, implementing capital improvement projects, and supporting equipment and process start-ups, helping ensure efficient and consistent production outcomes. Your work will directly influence how manufacturing operations perform—enhancing throughput, reducing waste, and strengthening process stability. By applying Lean methodologies and continuous improvement practices, you will help modernize manufacturing operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety and performance. This role offers the opportunity to engage with advanced manufacturing practices, collaborate across disciplines, and develop solutions that support a more reliable and efficient power grid.

How You’ll Make an Impact

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

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

Your Background

Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field with a preferable minimum of 8+ years of experience

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

Transformer manufacturing experience is a plus; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification preferred but not required

Role required to be onsite at our Crystal, Springs MS facility

More About Us

In this role, you will gain hands-on experience improving manufacturing processes that support essential power infrastructure while collaborating with experienced professionals across the industry.

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

Attractive health and retirement benefits

Paid leave and flexible work arrangements

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hitachi is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including females, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals

with disabilities.

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