Project Engineer
Job Title: Project Engineer (HV Breakers)
The opportunity
Join Hitachi Energy as a Project Engineer (HV Breakers) and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of engineering projects. This position offers a unique chance to work closely with senior engineers and the operations team, addressing issues that arise during project execution. You'll be on the shop floor, collaborating with various teams to ensure timely shipping of breakers. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact by solving complex problems, ensuring quality, and enhancing customer satisfaction in a dynamic and supportive environment. Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines
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How you'll make an impact
- Act as a technical leader for issues arising on the shop floor for customer orders.
- Generate BOM in ERP for customer orders, working closely with team members.
- Understand and interpret circuit diagrams and schematics.
- Review and understand mechanical designs and drawings in 3D design tools like Creo.
- Collaborate with design and secondary engineers to support testing issues.
- Address technical queries from the production and testing teams.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to understand customer orders.
- Maintain and update quality notifications for respective projects.
Your background
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 4-6 years of experience with high voltage switchgear (66kV and above).
- Knowledge of relevant international standards (e.g., IEEE, ANSI, IEC).
- Proficiency in ERP software is an added advantage.
- Understanding of manufacturing drawings and electrical schematics.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
More about us
At Hitachi Energy, we foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where you can grow and develop. We value safety and integrity, taking responsibility for our actions while caring for our colleagues and the business. Join us and be part of a team that is powering good for a sustainable energy future.
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Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- FSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- On-Site Gym
Parental Benefits
- Fertility Benefits
- Family Support Resources
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Adoption Assistance Program
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- Company Outings
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Personal/Sick Days
- Summer Fridays
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Work Visa Sponsorship
- Leadership Training Program
- Internship Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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