Supply Chain Engineering Specialist

Location:

Przasnysz, Masovian, Poland

Job ID:

R0145890

Date Posted:

2026-10-01

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY POLAND SP. Z O.O.

Profession (Job Category):

Customer Service & Contact Center Operations

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

The Opportunity

Join Hitachi Energy as a Supply Chain Engineering Specialist and play a key role in bridging engineering, supply chain, and new product development activities. In this position, you will support the successful introduction of innovative products by ensuring the availability of high-quality prototype materials, developing strong supplier partnerships, and driving effective supply chain execution throughout the product development lifecycle.

Working closely with R&D, engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams, you will contribute to the development of next-generation energy solutions while strengthening supplier capabilities and optimizing supply chain performance. This role offers the opportunity to combine technical expertise, project coordination, and supplier management in a dynamic and international environment.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Act as the Supply Chain representative within new product development projects, ensuring alignment between engineering and supply chain objectives
• Drive supplier selection, qualification, and development activities for prototype and production components
• Manage sourcing and procurement of prototype materials, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and cost efficiency
• Collaborate with suppliers and project teams to resolve technical, quality, and supply challenges throughout the development process
• Lead SCM-related project activities, including material planning, cost tracking, PPAP coordination, and documentation management
• Coordinate logistics, inventory, and forecasting activities to support prototype and development programs
• Partner with global category managers, manufacturing teams, and engineering stakeholders to leverage the best supplier network
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supplier performance, product quality, and supply chain efficiency

Your Background

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in engineering, supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, or new product development environments
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as casting, machining, forging, welding, and surface treatment
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP) and familiarity with quality methodologies such as PPAP and Lean Six Sigma
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and project coordination skills
• Fluent in English and willing to travel to supplier locations as required

More about us

At Hitachi Energy, we recognize that our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive workplace, competitive rewards, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Our benefits package is designed to help employees thrive both at work and in their personal lives.

Our benefits offering for this role generally includes:

• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to fitness and wellness programs
• Access to a benefits platform with discounts and perks
• Employee Capital Plans (PPK)
• Equipment for working from home or allowances for setting up a workplace at home
• Spectacles and contact lenses allowance
• Company events and team-building activities
• Psychological support program
• Free parking available

Additional benefits may apply depending on the role, grade, and business requirements.

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

Qualified individuals with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Hitachi Energy career site as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by completing a general inquiry form on our website. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.

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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 as Hitachi'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.