The Opportunity

At Hitachi Energy, our purpose is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We bring power to our homes, schools, hospitals, and factories. Join us and work with fantastic people, while learning and developing yourself on projects that have a real impact to our communities and society. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.

As a Global Casting Process Definition & Improvement Specialist Professional at HITACHI ENERGY LTD, you will be responsible for defining, optimizing, and improving Casting processes and equipment across our global operations. This role focuses on driving efficiency, standardizing best practices, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance productivity and product quality.

How you'll make an impact:

Lead the development and documentation of standardized casting processes and equipment, work instructions, and best practices across various production sites globally.
Analyze existing casting processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Design and implement process and equipment improvements, including new technologies, automation solutions, and operational workflows, to optimize production output, reduce costs, and enhance quality.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, engineering, quality, and production, to ensure seamless integration of new processes, equipment and technologies.Develop and deliver training programs for manufacturing personnel on new and improved processes and tools.
Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to casting processes, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.Conduct process audits and assessments to ensure compliance with defined standards and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Support the implementation of digital manufacturing initiatives and Industry 4.0 technologies.Stay abreast of industry best practices, new technologies, and regulatory requirements related to casting processes.
Manage complex projects related to process and equipment improvement, ensuring timely completion and adherence to budget.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external & internal regulations, procedures & guidelines.

Your Background

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing preferred) or a related technical field. Master's degree is a plus.
Strong years of experience in casting process engineering, process improvement, or a similar role within a global manufacturing environment.
Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements and driving operational excellence&Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred), and other continuous improvement tools.
Experience with manufacturing execution systems (MES), enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, and other relevant manufacturing software.Proficiency in process mapping, value stream mapping, and other process analysis techniques.
Excellent project management, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead complex initiatives and effectively influence stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Ability to travel internationally as required to various manufacturing sites.
Fluency in English is required; proficiency in other languages is a plus.

More about us

We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefits to support your financial, physical, and mental wellbeing, as well as your professional growth. We want you to truly thrive with us, in work and out.

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Lieu	Remote - Zurich, Switzerland
Type d'emploi	Full time
Work Arrangement	Hybrid
De l'expérience	Experienced
Fonction du poste	Quality Management
Contrat	Regular
Date de publication	2026-09-18
Numéro de réference	R0138030

À propos d’Hitachi Énergie

Chef de file mondial dans le secteur des technologies, Hitachi Énergie a à cœur de promouvoir un avenir énergétique durable pour tous. Nous proposons à nos clients dans les secteurs des services publics, de l’industrie et de l’infrastructure nos solutions et services novateurs sur l’ensemble de la chaîne de valeur. En collaboration avec nos clients et nos partenaires, nous sommes les pionniers des technologies et nous permettons la transformation numérique nécessaire pour accélérer la transition énergétique vers un avenir carboneutre.

Nous employons plus de 40 000 personnes dans 90 pays qui, chaque jour, travaillent avec un réel sens du but et mettent à profit la diversité de leurs parcours pour remettre en question le statu quo. Nous vous invitons à postuler dès aujourd’hui et à faire partie d’une équipe mondiale qui apprécie une simple vérité : Diversité + Collaboration = Grande Innovation.

Global Manufacturing Process Definition & Improvement Specialist Professional

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