Test Technician

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The opportunity

Are you passionate about quality, laboratory excellence, and continuous improvement? Join Hitachi Energy as a Test Technician and play a key role in ensuring the quality and reliability of products that support a more sustainable energy future.

In this role, you will be at the heart of manufacturing quality operations, conducting laboratory testing, analyzing results, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold the highest quality standards. Your expertise will help drive product excellence, strengthen quality processes, and support innovation across our manufacturing environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who enjoys solving problems, working with advanced laboratory equipment, and making a tangible impact on product performance and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a collaborative environment where safety, integrity, and continuous improvement are valued, we encourage you to be part of our growing team.

How you'll make an impact

• Perform laboratory testing and analysis on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to established quality standards.

• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results.

• Document and communicate test results with precision while maintaining detailed laboratory records.

• Identify non-conformances and collaborate with cross-functional teams to support corrective and preventive actions.

• Support root cause investigations and contribute to resolving quality-related issues.

• Assist in developing, validating, and improving testing methods and laboratory procedures.

• Mentor and support laboratory team members by sharing technical knowledge and best practices.

• Participate in audits and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality and manufacturing performance.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• Technical degree or vocational training in Chemistry, Materials Science, Quality Control, or a related scientific discipline.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a quality control laboratory, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating and maintaining laboratory instrumentation such as spectrophotometers, chromatographs, or mechanical testing equipment.

• Strong understanding of quality management systems, quality control principles, and continuous improvement practices.

• Ability to analyze and interpret data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. English language skills are considered an advantage.

More about us

• At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing the world's energy system to be more sustainable, flexible, and secure for future generations.

• We foster an inclusive and collaborative culture where diverse perspectives drive innovation and success.

• We invest in professional development through learning opportunities, global career paths, and meaningful work that creates lasting impact.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well asHitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws.

For certain roles-particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions-additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position.

The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.