Requisition ID: 295923

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Clay, NY
• Salary Range: 105,000 - 160,200 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Engineer (CIE) will report to the Continuous Improvement Lead (CIL) and will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives on the project. The CIE will support the CIL to develop and deliver a project customized continuous improvement program, including a risk-based strategy that meets project goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, LL, Causal Analysis, Six Sigma, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives. The CIE will apply leadership skills, knowledge, experience, and tools (e.g. Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, behavioral and facilitation techniques) to close gaps and invest in opportunities, resulting in institutionalized changes that measurably improve efficiency, productivity, and quality across the project. The CIE will be responsible for using data to measure and report project performance, and ensure improvements are institutionalized. The CIE will lead teams through the CI process to solve problems and make fact-based decisions to deliver right the first-time quality. Facilitate resolution of issues, improvements, and opportunities across all functions within the project team. The CIE will lead continuous improvement efforts, be a key technical resource partner for the project team, resulting in improved project performance. #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

• Support the CIL in developing and implementing a continuous improvement program and risk-based strategy to meet project goals and objectives, including alignment, prioritizing, scheduling, training, metrics/dashboards, PBQ, LL, Causal Analysis, Six Sigma, and tracking progress of improvement initiatives.
• Manage and supervise a CI team in performing Continuous Improvement tasks.
• Scope, plan, select the appropriate CI tools.
• Analyze data from processes and metrics across projects and functions.
• Conduct data analysis and develop performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives and identify areas for further improvement.
• Monitor and use outputs from metrics to drive CI activities.Develop Quality incident OOM criteria for selecting appropriate causal analysis tool (RCAs - 5 Whys), and facilitate causal analysis activities.
• Utilize causal analysis tools to facilitate and lead apparent cause evaluations and root cause analysis.
• Develop and facilitate approved workshops and training sessions to educate employees on continuous improvement methodologies and tools.
• Provides input into the development of standardized performance indicators for the project.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by promoting collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing across the project.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 8-10 years of relevant experience or 12-14 years of relevant work experience
• Certified Six Sigma Black Belt
• Certified Causal Analysis Lead

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Experience with continuously improving Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Startup, Operations work processes and business areas; or advanced experience optimizing complex industrial processes, systems or organizations.
• Experience supervising direct reports.Experience achieving measurable continuous improvement results through influence management, soft skills in a leadership position with ability to achieve change and results by shaping the attitudes and viewpoints of individuals and teams.
• Trained in Kaizen and / or Lean methodologies.
• Trained in team facilitation techniques.
• Trained in Causal Analysis techniques.
• Experience applying a structured approach to process analysis and problem solving.
• Experience establishing, monitoring, and analyzing data and reporting results to CIL and other management.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in the use of a PC computer, Microsoft software, database administration, Visio (or equivalent) and Minitab.
• Must be a U.S Citizen.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components