Continuous Improvement Engineer

Principal Consultant | Physical AI, Computer Vision & Smart Manufacturing/Robotics

Location: Houston

Salary: $125,000 + Bonus

Company Description

Join a cutting‑edge engineering and manufacturing organization known for designing and building rugged, high‑performance hardware systems used in energy, industrial, and security applications. The team combines precision engineering with data‑driven innovation—pushing boundaries in sensing, measurement, and advanced electronics. Here, continuous improvement isn’t a slogan—it’s a core part of how we operate.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead Lean Six Sigma projects focused on improving quality, reducing waste, and increasing process efficiency across diverse production and operational areas.
• Analyze complex data sets to pinpoint performance gaps, root causes, and opportunities for cost reduction.
• Use Lean methodologies and Six Sigma tools to streamline workflows and enhance product reliability.
• Mentor and coach Green Belts and project team members to strengthen organizational CI capability.
• Facilitate Kaizen events, workshops, and cross‑functional improvement meetings.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure success and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborate closely with operations and leadership to align initiatives with strategic business goals.
• Deliver clear presentations and reports that communicate progress and ROI to stakeholders.

Experience Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience driving process improvement projects in a manufacturing or production setting.
• Proven record leading cross‑functional initiatives that reduce defects and increase efficiency.
• Strong analytical and statistical analysis skills (Excel, Minitab, or equivalent).
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities—able to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and 5S.
• Experience with project management and data‑driven decision‑making.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to $125,000 + Annual Bonus
• 15 Days PTO (increasing with tenure)
• Multiple low‑deductible healthcare plans
• 401(k) with 5% match
• Life Insurance
• Potential hybrid work flexibility
• Flexible start/finish times

If interested, please click apply for immediate consideration!