Design to Value Leader

The Opportunity:

Join Hitachi Energy as a Design to Value Leader and be part of a leading provider of high-voltage components in Mount Pleasant (Connellsville), PA. We specialize in innovative solutions for the electrical utilities and power delivery industry. As we expand our operations, we seek a dynamic and experienced professional to optimize our Dead Tank Breaker product portfolio in North America. You'll play a crucial role in ensuring all related activities are performed in accordance with Hitachi Energy policy, quality standards, health, safety, and environment requirements, financial targets, and scheduled commitments. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a passion for continuous improvement, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a significant impact.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Conduct detailed analysis of material, labor, and other costs associated with available products.

• Develop and manage a list of potential Design to Value projects.

• Analyze and document the expected impact of Design to Value ideas to help prioritize team focus.

• Lead workshops to identify activities to improve overall efficiencies within the value chain.

• Review customer specifications and designs to identify roadblocks for implementation.

• Develop and maintain technology/feature assessments based on competitive benchmarking.

• Collaborate with Product Manager & Application Manager to understand changing market scenarios.

• Work with Customer Order Engineers to define improvement projects within engineering.

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

Your Background:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required, Mechanical Engineering preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a technical field.

• Experience with project leadership, planning, and execution; Project Management Certification is a benefit.

• Strong leadership skills and ability to convince stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Working knowledge of Windchill and Creo.

• Knowledge of any ECAD software like E3 is a plus.

• Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP) is a must.

• Must have work authorization to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.

More About Us:

• Hitachi Energy is committed to innovation and excellence in the electrical utilities and power delivery industry.

• We offer opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Join us and be part of a team that values safety, integrity, and collaboration.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and become a key player in our success story!