Continuous Improvement Engineer

CI Engineer

Position Summary:

Drive operational excellence and process optimization across powertrain manufacturing by leading cross-functional improvement initiatives. Apply industrial engineering principles to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance productivity, collaborating with production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, and industrial engineering methodologies
• Analyze current manufacturing processes, identify bottlenecks, and recommend solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and safety
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and capacity planning to optimize resource utilization
• Develop and implement standard work, visual management, and error-proofing solutions
• Train and coach teams on best practices for process improvement and problem-solving
• Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, scrap, downtime, and cost savings
• Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and operations to support new product introductions and process changes
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Document and share lessons learned and best practices across departments

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 3+ Years' Experience in manufacturing (preferably powertrain or automotive sector)
• Proficiency in Lean, Six Sigma, and industrial engineering tools (e.g., value stream mapping, root cause analysis)
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence without direct authority
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Work Environment:

• Primarily plant-floor-based with regular interaction with production, maintenance, and quality personnel
• Fast-paced, hands-on environment requiring flexibility and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities