Quality Engineer

Hitachi Energy is looking for an Experienced Quality Engineer to join our dynamic team in our Bland, VA factory as part of the Transformers Business Unit. In this role you will support the Quality Manager to ensure our products meet the highest quality standards through the execution of the local Quality Management System in alignment with internal, customer, and industry requirements.  You will help manage and execute audits, monitor product and QMS performance, maintain documentation, help address non-conformities while fostering collaboration and supporting data-driven continuous improvement initiatives.

This position offers the opportunity to shape quality standards and drive quality excellence, contributing to Hitachi Energy's vision of delivering smarter and more sustainable energy solutions.

How you will make an impact

• Execute a comprehensive factory quality management system, aligning with corporate standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure product and the quality management system adheres to internal standards, external regulations, and customer requirements, integrating the Voice of the Customer to enhance satisfaction.
• Oversee regular audits and inspections to maintain compliance, identify improvement opportunities, and implement corrective actions effectively.
• Lead the Corrective and Preventive Action process to address issues systematically and embed improvements into the quality management system.
  Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate product and process quality risks using systematic approaches like Failure Modes and Effects Analysis.
• Lead the investigation and resolution of quality issues through structured problem-solving and corrective actions.
• Drive training and awareness programs to build competencies and foster a culture of quality awareness and accountability.
• Represent the factory in quality-related meetings, advocating for initiatives and sharing best practices to enhance quality management system impact.
• Promote a Zero-Defect Mindset by supporting training programs and fostering a culture of proactive error identification and resolution.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in quality assurance, quality management, or quality control within a manufacturing environment, the energy industry or industrial sector.
• Certification as a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, demonstrating proficiency in process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and implement effective solutions and minimize disruption during transitions.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of quality management systems (QMS), regulatory requirements, and industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Certified internal auditor (and if relevant certified lead auditor) with in-depth understanding of ISO 9001 and other regulatory and compliance standards that impact quality management practices.
• Proficiency in establishing key performance indicators (KP|s), analyzing data to monitor QMS performance, and identifying trends for continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), advanced product quality planning (APQP), and corrective and preventive action (CAPA) processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across various teams and levels of the organization.