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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.

Transportation Specialist III

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Transportation Specialist III Company Overview

At Mitsubishi Power, we're not just building better clean energy technologies; we're architecting a better future. Our team is redefining power generation to accelerate the world's energy transition. We value problem solvers, prioritize collaboration, and foster an inclusive culture built on accountability, authenticity, and our core values: Safety, Family, Innovative, Inclusive, Accountable, and Courageous. Together, we're helping make net zero a reality. Position Summary

The Transportation Specialist III provides logistics support for Gas and Steam Turbine projects throughout the United States and the Americas. This role is responsible for coordinating transportation, logistics, customs compliance, import/export activities, and freight management while ensuring adherence to U.S. regulatory requirements and project delivery commitments. The position serves as a subject matter expert in transportation and logistics processes and provides guidance and support to internal stakeholders and external partners. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Coordinate and support transportation, logistics, and customs requirements for domestic and international projects

Develop and maintain transportation provider networks capable of supporting planned and unplanned project activities

Communicate with freight forwarders, steamship lines, terminals, warehouses, and carriers to track shipments and confirm cargo availability

Analyze and coordinate transportation solutions, including rail, heavy haul trucking, Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ), route analysis, and logistics planning

Maintain transportation logs and ensure all required shipment documentation is properly uploaded and archived

Review import and export documentation, including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, certificates, declarations, and purchase orders for accuracy and completeness

Prepare and verify export documentation to ensure compliance with classification, valuation, origin, and regulatory requirements

Coordinate export shipments and monitor freight movement through final delivery

Investigate, audit, and manage freight invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contracted rates

Provide freight cost reporting and transportation analysis to internal customers

Secure documentation required by U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the Bureau of Industry and Security, and other regulatory agencies

Evaluate transportation methods, carrier performance, routing, warehouse locations, and consolidation opportunities to optimize cost and service

Analyze current shipping procedures and recommend improvements that reduce costs and improve delivery performance

Serve as a liaison between customers, vendors, carriers, and internal departments to coordinate complex logistics activities

Manage transportation claims related to damages, delays, and other shipment issues

Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Communicate effectively with vendors, global sourcing, accounting, sales, and project teams to resolve discrepancies and support project execution

Provide after-hours and weekend support when required

Partner with Transportation Management to support departmental goals, continuous improvement initiatives, and operational excellence Other Duties and Responsibilities Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and requirements

Participate in proactive efforts to achieve departmental and company objectives

Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment

Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

Protect confidential and proprietary company information

Demonstrate accountability, integrity, and professionalism in all business activities

Support procurement and logistics excellence initiatives

Perform other duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Education Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field preferred

Minimum of eight (8) years of logistics, transportation, import/export, or supply chain experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong knowledge of import/export regulations, customs compliance, and international logistics operations

Experience with

FTZ, TIB, HTS

classifications, free trade programs, and customs regulations

Understanding of Incoterms and international transportation processes

Experience with freight forwarding, carrier management, and transportation planning

Ability to analyze transportation costs, routing strategies, and logistics performance metrics

Strong problem-solving, organizational, and analytical skills

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, contracts, and government regulations

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Spanish language skills are preferred but not required

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Experience with SAP and SharePoint preferred

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Travel up to 25% as required Physical Demands and Work Environment Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, climb, talk, and hear

Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

May be exposed to industrial environments, including loud noise levels and hazardous conditions

Required to follow company and customer safety procedures and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position Equal Employment Opportunity Mitsubishi Power Americas is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer actively seeking to diversify the workforce and is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance