Continuous Improvement Engineer

The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for driving operational excellence across the Engineering organization through process optimization, standardization, waste elimination, and automation initiatives. This role develops engineering workflows, procedures, performance metrics, and governance systems to improve quality, efficiency, and scalability. The position works closely with all engineering functions to identify improvement opportunities and implement sustainable solutions that support business growth.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
The following list of responsibilities is not all inclusive, additional projects and/or tasks may be assigned to meet operational needs. MCG retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position should operational needs warrant.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives across engineering functions.
Analyze engineering workflows and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.
Develop and maintain engineering procedures, work instructions, and process documentation.
Establish engineering KPIs and performance measurement systems.
Facilitate Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement projects.
Drive standardization and best practices across engineering teams.
Implement digital tools, automation, and workflow enhancements.
Lead root cause analysis for process-related issues.
Conduct process audits and maturity assessments.
Support organizational transformation and engineering excellence initiatives.
Primary Deliverables
Engineering Process Maps
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Engineering Work Instructions
KPI Dashboards
Continuous Improvement Roadmaps
Process Audit Reports
Process Maturity Assessments
Value Stream Maps
Root Cause Analysis Reports
Productivity Improvement Plans
Required Knowledge/Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical discipline.
5 to 8+ years of engineering, operations, manufacturing, or continuous improvement experience.
Lean, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence certification preferred.
Experience within ETO manufacturing, electrical equipment, switchgear, or industrial engineering environments preferred.
Strong analytical and change management skills.
Required Skills/Abilities
Continuous Improvement
Process Engineering
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Change Management
Data Analysis
Facilitation Skills
Organizational Development
Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment is primarily office-based, with a quiet to moderate noise level and traditional lighting.
Wear the proper PPE when visiting warehouses or transportation facilities.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and operating a computer.
Ability to lift to 15 pounds at times.
Must be able to travel between MCG locations as needed. Some travel could require overnight stays.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No