IE Engineer
Sep 20, 2026 Xi'An, China
About us
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Engineering
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world's firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.
How you'll make an impact
1. You will support the capacity evaluation, resource optimization, continuous improvement of production efficiency, assist production line to solve problems.
2. You will establish standard working hours and personnel quota as the basis for efficiency improvement and cost evaluation also will plan factory layout, optimize logistics, improve space utilization, optimize pipeline logistics and process.
3. You will improve working mode and line balance to increase working efficiency, conduct operational analysis, process analysis, and identify standardized processes to improve management efficiency.
4. You will improve process and tooling to improve production efficiency and quality.
5. You will be responsible for ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
6. Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Your background
1. You hold a bachelor's degree or above in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial preferred).
2. Proven track record of successful process improvement and optimization projects, strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical process control (SPC).
3. Well-versed in work measurement, stopwatch time study and Standard Time (ST), familiar with 5S, TPM, the 7 wastes, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), etc.
4. Experienced in creating SOPs, Work Instructions (WI), workstation optimization, manpower rationalization, etc., skilled in CAD/Visio for drawing production line layouts, process flowcharts, material flow diagrams, etc.
5. Capable of basic data analysis and efficiency/uptime rate calculation, experience with production line design simulation tools is a plus.
6. Clear logical thinking, Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
7. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
8. Good English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :
1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4.Long service awards
5.Flexible Working(subject to role)
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Miki Li, WeChat: MikiLi999.
Apply now
Current employees apply here
Hitachi Energy is renowned worldwide as a specialist for electrical power transmission and distribution. As a global leader, we revolutionized high-voltage technology and pioneered many world's firsts to bring safety, reliability and efficiency to power networks around the globe. High Voltage Products manufacturing facilities around the world, >100 locations worldwide providing 24/7 service. We have No.1 market share, installed 1 out of 4 high-voltage switchgear in the world, >500k high-voltage circuit-breakers installed globally.
How you'll make an impact
1. You will support the capacity evaluation, resource optimization, continuous improvement of production efficiency, assist production line to solve problems.
2. You will establish standard working hours and personnel quota as the basis for efficiency improvement and cost evaluation also will plan factory layout, optimize logistics, improve space utilization, optimize pipeline logistics and process.
3. You will improve working mode and line balance to increase working efficiency, conduct operational analysis, process analysis, and identify standardized processes to improve management efficiency.
4. You will improve process and tooling to improve production efficiency and quality.
5. You will be responsible for ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
6. Living Hitachi Energy's core values safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
Your background
1. You hold a bachelor's degree or above in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial preferred).
2. Proven track record of successful process improvement and optimization projects, strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical process control (SPC).
3. Well-versed in work measurement, stopwatch time study and Standard Time (ST), familiar with 5S, TPM, the 7 wastes, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), etc.
4. Experienced in creating SOPs, Work Instructions (WI), workstation optimization, manpower rationalization, etc., skilled in CAD/Visio for drawing production line layouts, process flowcharts, material flow diagrams, etc.
5. Capable of basic data analysis and efficiency/uptime rate calculation, experience with production line design simulation tools is a plus.
6. Clear logical thinking, Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
7. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
8. Good English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
More about us
We pride ourselves on offering a holistic range of competitive benefit programs to support your financial, physical and mental wellbeing and personal development. We want you to truly thrive with us - in work and out. For this role, depending on grade and experience, we offer the following employee benefits (subject to the respective plan rules) :
1.Up to 30 days full paid leaves per year
2.Flexible Benefit program (Supplementary Pensions included)
3.Medical Insurance(outpatient and inpatient)
4.Long service awards
5.Flexible Working(subject to role)
Are you ready for an exciting new challenge? Does the above description sound like you? Welcome Our selection process is continuous, and the position may be closed before the advertisement expires. So, if you are interested - don't delay, apply today! All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner: Miki Li, WeChat: MikiLi999.
Apply now
Current employees apply here
Additional Information
- Posted: Sep 20, 2026