Quality Engineer

The opportunityWe are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Quality Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that products meet quality specifications through effective inspection and testing processes. Monitor the quality of transformers and their components throughout all phases of manufacturing, complying with internal, customer, and industry standards. Execute timely quality control activities and deliver data-driven insights to support manufacturing excellence and minimize defects.How You’ll Make An ImpactPerforming electrical, mechanical, and visual tests.Verifying compliance of sub-assemblies and final products with specifications before progression.Identifying and documenting defects or non-conformances in products, escalating issues as necessary.Collecting, recording, and securely storing test and inspection data for traceability and decision-making.Following safety protocols and guidelines in all testing activities to prioritize workplace safety.Using test equipment correctly and ensuring it remains accessible for maintenance and calibration.Contributing to non-conformance analyses to determine root causes and collaborate on corrective actions.Adhering to the Factory Quality Management System (QMS) by implementing established procedures.Preparing quality documentation, including inspection reports and non-conformance records.Supporting 5S initiatives by ensuring a tidy and organized working environment.Conducting regular safety assessments and promoting a culture of safety within the team.Collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Quality teams to resolve quality issues.Participating in the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and inspection plans.You will be responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.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 backgroundBachelor’s degree in engineering, Quality Management, or a related field.Minimum of 3 years of experience in quality control or quality assurance within a manufacturing environment.Certification as a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt, demonstrating proficiency in process improvementmethodologies.Strong knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and industry standards, including ISO 9001 and ISO 45001.Proficiency in conducting inspections and testing of materials and products.Excellent analytical skills for identifying defects and conducting root cause analysisEffective communication skills for documenting findings and collaborating with cross-functional teams.Proficiency in both spoken & written English is required.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.