Continuous Improvement Specialist
Hitachi ABB Power Grids, Brockport, NY, United States
Are you passionate about enhancing operational efficiency in technical and complex products? Hitachi Energy is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to delivering high-quality products to our valued customers. As we continue to grow and expand, we recognize the critical importance of ensuring product quality across our entire portfolio. To support this commitment, we are seeking a Continuous improvement specialist to join our team. HVDC business are growing, market and customers are changing their behaviour on the market and to meet the demand a number internal transformation and business development programs are running.
How You’ll Make an Impact You drive business performance improvement projects and support operational excellenceactivities across the business leveraging Continuous Improvement methodologies includingQuality Tools, Lean, Sig Sigma and Agile. You coach on continuously improvement principles and practices, role modelingtheseattributes and contributing to the cultural transformation across the organization through theexecution of projects. You act as a CI Subject Matter Expert, providing help and guidance on methods, tools andtemplates to drive improvement projects in the areas of defect reduction, productivity and Operational Excellence. You partner with management and functional experts to understand and support delivery oftheir organization’s vision, objectives and challenges. You drive the sharing of best practices, new processes, tools and improvements achievedthrough application of CI methodologies. You live core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions whilecaring for your colleagues and the business. Your Background You hold a Bachelor or Master’s in engineering, quality or equivalent A good understanding of product quality assurance/control and measurement throughout the value chain and product lifecycle. Demonstrated proficiency in driving improvements in processes. Furthermore, you have L6S certification or equivalent systematic quality management experience. A genuine enthusiasm for technical solutions. You are self-driven and resilient, with the ability to stay motivated and focused during continuous problem-solving activities. Good communication and collaboration skills, coupled with a strong desire to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Fluent in English, as our global operations require effective communication in this language.
What We Offer Collective agreement and flexible working hours. Health care and wellness allowance. Career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, locally and globally. Training and development programs. A diverse workplace with 70+ nationalities in Sweden. Supplementary parental leave compensation. Access to an Employee Benefit Portal with discounts. More About Us At Hitachi Energy, you’ll work in an exciting, collaborative environment delivering world-class technology. We value personal development and diversity, and we are committed to building a sustainable energy future. We are growing and welcome applicants who may not meet every requirement—your potential matters.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t wait—apply today!
For questions about the position, contact Recruiting Manager Marie Eriksson at marie.e.eriksson@hitachienergy.com. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46107-38 29 86; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42; Ledarna:Frank Hollstedt, +46107-38 70 43.All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Michael Blomberg michael.blomberg@hitachienergy.com Job type Full time Experience Experienced Job function Quality Management Contract Regular Publication date 2026-03-12 Reference number R0121862 About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
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How You’ll Make an Impact You drive business performance improvement projects and support operational excellenceactivities across the business leveraging Continuous Improvement methodologies includingQuality Tools, Lean, Sig Sigma and Agile. You coach on continuously improvement principles and practices, role modelingtheseattributes and contributing to the cultural transformation across the organization through theexecution of projects. You act as a CI Subject Matter Expert, providing help and guidance on methods, tools andtemplates to drive improvement projects in the areas of defect reduction, productivity and Operational Excellence. You partner with management and functional experts to understand and support delivery oftheir organization’s vision, objectives and challenges. You drive the sharing of best practices, new processes, tools and improvements achievedthrough application of CI methodologies. You live core values of safety and integrity, taking responsibility for your own actions whilecaring for your colleagues and the business. Your Background You hold a Bachelor or Master’s in engineering, quality or equivalent A good understanding of product quality assurance/control and measurement throughout the value chain and product lifecycle. Demonstrated proficiency in driving improvements in processes. Furthermore, you have L6S certification or equivalent systematic quality management experience. A genuine enthusiasm for technical solutions. You are self-driven and resilient, with the ability to stay motivated and focused during continuous problem-solving activities. Good communication and collaboration skills, coupled with a strong desire to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment. Fluent in English, as our global operations require effective communication in this language.
What We Offer Collective agreement and flexible working hours. Health care and wellness allowance. Career opportunities within Hitachi Energy, locally and globally. Training and development programs. A diverse workplace with 70+ nationalities in Sweden. Supplementary parental leave compensation. Access to an Employee Benefit Portal with discounts. More About Us At Hitachi Energy, you’ll work in an exciting, collaborative environment delivering world-class technology. We value personal development and diversity, and we are committed to building a sustainable energy future. We are growing and welcome applicants who may not meet every requirement—your potential matters.
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis, so don’t wait—apply today!
For questions about the position, contact Recruiting Manager Marie Eriksson at marie.e.eriksson@hitachienergy.com. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Mikael Hjort, +46107-38 29 86; Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 107-38 51 42; Ledarna:Frank Hollstedt, +46107-38 70 43.All other questions can be directed to Talent Partner Michael Blomberg michael.blomberg@hitachienergy.com Job type Full time Experience Experienced Job function Quality Management Contract Regular Publication date 2026-03-12 Reference number R0121862 About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
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