Lead Engineer Continuous Improvement - System Optimization:

to influence and drive results-based changes within the organization. The candidate will be part of a collaborative and supportive team that values open communication and teamwork.

Your Responsibilities

• Initiate, monitor, and manage multiple projects, including OpEx and new initiatives.

• Act as a liaison between ME, Product Engineering, and Manufacturing Plants for alignment and collaboration opportunities.

• Stay current on new processes, technology, and competitive products.

• Simplify reporting systems and tracking to eliminate redundant inputs across multiple platforms.

• Perform business data analysis (Dashboards), interpret data, and provide regular updates/solutions that align across sectors.

• Champion innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Focus on cost-reduction initiatives that directly impact the bottom line by using ME SAVES to identify savings opportunities and cost avoidance strategies.

• Collaborate with PIC and BIC teams to drive consistency across sectors.

• Ensure Capital & Ops Expense Forecast Consolidation between ME sectors - Work with engineering forecast owners to align forecast Goldsource with current business plan timing.

Additional Description

Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualification)

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.

• 5 years of experience in a job-related field.

• Ability to travel up to 30% of the time domestically and internationally.

• Strong active listening skills that allow them to understand the speaker's message and respond in a way that shows comprehension.

• Demonstrates conflict resolution to identify, understand, and resolve conflict in a positive and constructive way.

• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and organizational agility to work across both internal groups and with external partners.

• Proven experience in strategic planning and business optimization.

• Ability to lead and execute with ambiguity.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to process a broad array of inputs into a cohesive strategy.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• Experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving organizational alignment.

• Ability to influence and drive changes within the organization.

• Technical expertise in manufacturing processes and process improvement.

• Experience in the automotive or OEM industry.

• Strong project management skills.

What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications)

• Knowledge or previous experience with agile management strategies.

• Familiarity with global and regional business dynamics.

This job is not eligible for relocation benefits. Any relocation costs would be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

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Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.

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