Senior Automation Developer - CP&O

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The Opportunity

Join our team as an Automation Developer, where you will play a key role in driving digital transformation by designing and delivering automation solutions that streamline business operations, improve productivity, and reduce manual effort. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work across multiple technologies, including VBA, Python, Power Automate, Microsoft 365, and SAP, to develop scalable solutions that enable smarter and more efficient ways of working.

You will partner closely with business stakeholders to understand operational challenges, identify automation opportunities, and implement solutions that create measurable business value. From workflow automation and reporting enhancements to system integrations and data processing solutions, you will contribute to initiatives that support continuous improvement across Finance, HR, Procurement, Supply Chain, and other business functions.

The successful candidate will have a strong passion for automation, process optimization, and problem-solving. You will work in a collaborative environment where innovation, continuous learning, and technology-driven improvements are encouraged. In addition to developing and maintaining automation solutions, you will help establish scalable practices, ensure solution reliability, and support the organization's broader digitalization objectives.

This position offers the opportunity to gain exposure to enterprise systems, advanced automation technologies, and business-critical processes while working on projects that directly impact operational efficiency and organizational performance.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Develop and maintain automation solutions using VBA, Python, and Microsoft Power Automate to optimize business processes.
• Design and implement workflow automations that improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience across business functions.
• Create data processing, reporting, and analytics solutions that support informed business decision-making.
• Integrate enterprise systems, databases, Microsoft 365 applications, and business platforms to enable seamless data flow and automation.
• Automate processes involving SAP, SharePoint, Outlook, and other critical business applications.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and translate business requirements into scalable solutions.
• Troubleshoot, enhance, and optimize existing automation tools to improve reliability and performance.
• Support data extraction, transformation, and validation activities to ensure data quality and business process effectiveness.
• Develop technical documentation, user guides, and standard operating procedures to support solution adoption and sustainability.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to eliminate manual work and enhance operational efficiency.

Your Background

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Systems, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience developing automation solutions using VBA, Python, and Power Automate.
• Strong knowledge of workflow automation, process optimization, and business application integration.
• Experience working with Microsoft 365 applications, SharePoint, databases, APIs, and enterprise systems.
• Hands-on experience with data analysis, reporting, validation, and automation-driven process improvements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience with SAP, SQL, Power BI, Power Apps, or enterprise business process automation projects is considered an advantage.

More About Us

At Hitachi Energy, we are advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, empowering employees to leverage technology and automation to create meaningful business impact. We value diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities while providing an environment where individuals can develop, grow, and succeed.

Demonstrates effective use of AI and digital tools to enhance problem-solving, decision-making, and productivity, while applying sound judgment, ensuring accuracy and compliance, and maintaining accountability for outcomes.

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 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.