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Senior R&D Engineer - Process Coordinator

AT Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy

Senior R&D Engineer - Process Coordinator

Warsaw, Poland

Currently for our HVDC Digital R&D team we are looking for Senior R&D Engineer - Process Coordinator.

Your responsibilities:

  • Coordinate and manage processes within HVDC Digital R&D to ensure alignment with organizational goals and project timelines.
  • Documentation of processes within HVDC Digital R&D.
  • Supporting Process Owners (PO) and Process Leaders (PL) in creating new processes.
  • Support the PO and PL in Process Forums.
  • Support the PO and PL in Yearly Reviews and SWOT creation.
  • Acting as support person for the PO and PL to keep track that the requirements revolving each process are fulfilled (responsibilities taken step by step: process forums, yearly review, SWOT, KPIs and documentation).
  • Ensure compliance with internal and external quality standards, preparing the foundation for future responsibilities in quality management. Preparation for internal and external audits.
  • Cooperation with other Process Coordinators from another units.
  • Support alignment of process and method practices with global product group in continuous improvement, change management materials as required, and training/coaching internal resources.
  • Forecasted responsibilities:

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  • Develop and maintain tools and metrics (KPIs) to monitor process performance, quality benchmarks, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Prepare and present progress reports, metrics, and analyses to stakeholders and management.
  • Identify bottlenecks and propose actionable solutions to ensure timely delivery of milestones.
  • Support the development, implementation, and optimization of processes, best practices, and quality standards across R&D processes.
  • Conduct Quality reviews on process documentation (correct template, good title, correct owning organization etc.).
  • Conduct internal Digital R&D audits.
  • Identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.
  • Suggest new processes.
  • Driving initiatives to enhance both process efficiency and quality assurance.
  • Create Power BI dashboards to show Process KPI statistics.
  • Drive, facilitate, coordinate and work on Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) initiatives.
  • Drive Yellow/Green/Black Belt projects.

Your background:

  • 3+ years of experience and fluent English.
  • A degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field is an advantage.
  • Proven experience in creating, coordinating or managing processes within a technical environment, preferably in R&D.
  • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with cross-functional teams, Process Owners and Process Leaders.
  • Basic knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Azure DevOps, etc.).
  • Beneficial:

    • Experience working in an agile methodology process.
    • Familiarity with digital systems development, or quality management processes will be an asset.
    • Power BI skills will be nice advantage.
    • Six Sigma certificates
  • Soft skills:

    • Strong communication and collaboration skills required
    • Negotiation skills to balance diverse needs required
    • Good intercultural sensitivity
    • Quick learner
  • Background needed for forecasted responsibilities:

    • Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., ISO standards) and tools used to ensure compliance with quality standards.
    • Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving, process improvement, and attention to detail.

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Client-provided location(s): Warsaw, Poland; Kraków, Poland
Job ID: Hitachi_Energy-JID3-111829
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • On-Site Gym
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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