Continuous Improvement Engineer

Description

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

Requirements

• 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.
• Additional Information
• MCG is an equal opportunity employer prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, physical or mental disability, and any other protected classes stated by applicable federal and state laws. MCG is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities and to act in accordance with regulations and guidance issued by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
• Company Description
• Mission Critical Group (MCG ) is an end-to-end power solutions and services provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable, resilient infrastructure for mission critical environments. By integrating engineering, manufacturing, modular deployment, and lifecycle services under one platform, we streamline execution and bring complex projects online faster - without compromising performance. With a robust U.S. manufacturing network, MCG supports data centers, power generation, healthcare, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, semiconductors, and industrial facilities where uptime is non-negotiable. Mission Critical Group designs, manufactures and provides value-added services for customers requiring critical power solutions. Powering a new electric world for a brighter, more secure future.