Continuous Improvement Engineer - Rail Infrastructure at Siemens Mobility

Pioneering in America, from the first mile to the last. This is what drives us.

For more than 160 years, Siemens has been an integral provider of infrastructure, electrification, and transportation solutions in the United States. Open new lines and increase capacity, cut costs, and link networks: high performance, state-of-the-art Rail Electrification meets all the expectations of Rail Infrastructure operators today. It's a central component of the end-to-end networked, digital infrastructure of tomorrow. We offer products and services which extend along the entire Rail Electrification value chain to improve the quality of everyday life for millions of people worldwide.

What excites our people about Siemens Mobility Rail Infrastructure?

Position Overview:

Your primary responsibility will be to drive continuous improvement using Lean principles in various business areas such as Engineering, Project Management, Purchasing, and Manufacturing.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Recommend and implement process improvements using a combination of Lean Manufacturing with a focus on optimizing labor resources and systems, flow creation, 5S, and waste reduction
• Directly impact the improvement of existing operations for increased quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost savings.
• Facilitate and implement value stream mapping efforts
• Recommend and implement solutions based on the investigation of operational problems affecting production and reporting
• Capture and analyze data to monitor, improve and measure processes to target outcomes
• Identify ways to reduce production inefficiencies through recommendations such as new processes and waste elimination.
• Assist with training staff on new development processes and technology
• Adhere to lean manufacturing processes, emphasize, and encourage continuous improvement
  To thrive in this role, you have:
  
  • B.S. or higher in a related engineering subject area or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Experience with Six Sigma/LEAN concepts required
  • 3+ years of successful lean implementation experience with a proven record of sustainable results
  • Prior knowledge and practical experience in a manufacturing/industrial setting with a strong focus on Lean Manufacturing operations
  • Experience driving continuous improvement by identifying and eliminating waste using applicable tools and analysis
  • Experience applying and analyzing data to follow processes and conduct problem-solving
  • Ability to coordinate activities across multiple subject areas
  • Strong communication skills-written, verbal, and the ability to listen intently.
  • Ability and willingness to travel 10% to other locations (Louisville and Pittsburgh primarily)
    Preferred skills:
    
    • Six Sigma green or black belt preferred
    • Ability to work in a matrix environment & communicate to all levels of the organization
    • Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and make appropriate decisions in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines
    • Strong analytical problem-solving skills and competence
    • Proactive and creative with the ability to be a hands-on change agent
    • Self-motivated with the ability to "think on your feet" and a "can-do" approach to work.
    • Strong analytical, mathematical, computer, and basic business skills
      Why you'll love working for Siemens!
      
      • 11 paid holidays, 18 days of PTO
      • 401K - 6% company match
      • Freedom and healthy work-life balance- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, HSA/FSA, Commuter Benefits - starting Day 1!
      • We believe that each member of our team is accountable for making decisions, solving problems, and taking actions that contribute to long-term impact and financial success.
      • We do the right thing. We stand for green innovations and meaningful solutions with impact on customers, ecosystem partners, society, and environment.
      • We are frontrunners in digitalization and building platforms. Therefore, we are hiring ambitious forward-thinkers who want to have a real impact.
      • Solve the world's most significant problems - Be part of exciting and innovative projects.
      • Opportunities to contribute your innovative ideas and get paid for them! Take advantage of our Tuition Reimbursement program, Mentor Programs, and your development through online learning. We operate daily with a growth mindset - that's why Siemens consistently ranks on the Fortune World's Most Admired Companies list!
      • Employee perks and discounts in addition to our 401k match and generous Paid Time Off
        Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without needing current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.
        
        Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html . The base salary range for this position in Marion, KY is $89,300 - $105,000. The salary may be higher or lower depending on the budget and the candidate's experience, knowledge, skills, and qualifications.
        
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