Design to Value Leader

The Opportunity

Step into a high‑impact role with Hitachi Energy as a Design to Value Leader, supporting one of the industry’s most innovative high‑voltage component operations in Mount Pleasant, PA.

This is your chance to shape the future of our Dead Tank Breaker product portfolio in North America—bringing fresh thinking, analytical insight, and collaborative energy to a business driving the transition toward a more sustainable grid.

In this role, you will champion value-driven design decisions, uncover efficiency opportunities, and influence product direction across engineering, supply chain, and commercial teams. If you enjoy solving complex challenges, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are energized by continuous improvement, you’ll find this an exciting platform to grow and lead.
Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures and guidelines.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Analyze product material, labor, and related costs to uncover value opportunities.

• Build and manage a pipeline of Design-to-Value projects.

• Document and assess potential project impact to support prioritization.

• Lead workshops that unlock efficiency improvements across the value chain.

• Review customer specifications to identify implementation challenges.

• Maintain technology and feature assessments through competitive benchmarking.

• Partner with Product and Application Managers on evolving market demands.

• Collaborate with Customer Order Engineers to identify engineering improvement projects.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; Mechanical Engineering preferred.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technical or supply chain role.

• Project leadership experience; Project Management Certification beneficial.

• Strong ability to influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Proficiency with Windchill, Creo, and ERP systems (SAP required); ECAD experience (E3 or similar) a plus.

• Authorization to work in the United States for Hitachi Energy.

More About Us

• Hitachi Energy fosters innovation, inclusion, and continuous learning in shaping the future of the energy industry.

• Our teams collaborate across functions, geographies, and technologies to deliver meaningful impact.

• We support professional growth through development pathways, mentorship, and global opportunities.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans

• Retirement Savings – 401(k) with company match and additional contributions

• Paid Time Off – Flexible PTO and paid holidays

• Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning programs

• Family Support – Parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits