Industrial Engineer – Generator Circuit-Breakers 80 100 (fmd)
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Zürich - Switzerland
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Job Summary
Location:
Zurich Zurich SwitzerlandJob ID:
R0137372Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTDProfession (Job Category):
Quality ManagementJob Schedule:
Full timeRemote:
NoJob Description:
The opportunity
We areseekinga highly motivated Industrial Engineerin our Productionwithahighfocus onLean ProductionandProcessflow optimizationtofurther develop our Generator Circuit-Breaker (GCB) production environment in this role you will apply industrial engineering principles automation and digital manufacturing approaches to improve productivity safety quality cost efficiency and delivery performance in a high-variety low-volume engineering-to-order manufacturing environment.
You will play a key role in analyzing and improving complex GCB assembly testing material flow and workstation concepts while supporting the continuous development of a lean digital and future-ready factory.
Howyoullmake an impact
Analyze current GCB production layouts assembly workflows testing processes material flows and operational procedures toidentifyimprovement potential in efficiency safety quality cost and lead time with a strong focus on automation and digitalization opportunities.
Design and implement optimized production processes workstation concepts automation solutionsequipmentutilizationconcepts and improved material flow for GCB assembly and testing.
Conduct time and motion studies process mapping value stream analysis layout planning capacity analysis and bottleneck assessments toeliminatenon-value-added activities and increase operational performance.
Develop standardize and improve work instructions standard operating procedures manufacturing documentation and digitalshopfloorprocesses for GCB assembly testing andlogisticsoperations.
Evaluate specify and implement new manufacturing technologies such asautomated handling systems smart tools digital work instructions MES-related solutions and data-driven improvement applications.
Support industrialization activities new product implementationseriesramp-ups CAPEX initiatives equipment procurement PFMEA activities and the introduction of new tools jigs fixtures and testing equipment.
Collaborate closely with production testing engineering industrialization quality supply chain planning HSE project management and product management teams to ensure robust and sustainable process improvements.
Lead andparticipatein continuous improvement initiatives Lean Manufacturing projects Kaizen activities Six Sigma-related improvements shopfloor optimization and digital factory initiatives.
Maintain and improve manufacturing master data production standards routing information and KPI-based performance transparency to support efficient planning and execution.
Contribute to the long-term development of the GCB factory byidentifyingfuture automation potential improving ergonomics strengthening safety and enabling scalable production capabilities.
Your background
Masters degree in Automation EngineeringIndustrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering ora relatedtechnical field.
Professional experience in industrial engineering production engineering automationindustrialization or manufacturing process improvement is preferred.
Strong understanding of process optimization Lean Manufacturing continuous improvement methods Kaizen Six Sigma value stream mapping time studies and statistical process control.
Experience in complex assembly environments high-voltage products electrical equipment manufacturing engineering-to-order production or high-variety/low-volume manufacturing is highly desirable.
Good knowledge of workstation design layout planning tooling concepts ergonomics equipment specification manufacturing documentation and structured problem solving.
Familiarity with SAP MES digital work instructions data analysis tools orproductionKPI dashboards is an advantage.
Strong communication collaboration and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work effectively across operations engineering supply chain quality HSE and project teams.
Structured analytical hands-on and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to manage several improvement projects simultaneously.
Business fluent in English and German.
More about us
Our Generator Circuit-Breaker business in Zurich is a technology leader witha state-of-the-artfactory based on lean manufacturing flow production and continuous improvement. We offer you the opportunity to shape the future of GCB production by combining industrial engineering automationdigitalizationprocess flow optimizationand operational excellence in a dynamic and technically demanding manufacturing environment.
Our flexible working practices help youoptimizepersonal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills grow and contribute to advancing a sustainable energy future.
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