Job Description

Lean Project Engineer Job Description

A dynamic and results-driven professional is sought to lead the implementation of Lean initiatives and drive process improvement within a large European-based aviation network.

Responsibilities

• Support all Continuous Improvement activities within the company.
• Support audits of TPM/6S activities within the Company.
• Drive and support the structured problem solving process (Kaizen, A3, 6 Sigma).
• Support all NPI activities from a Lean perspective.
• Challenge established thinking to drive performance improvement.
• Support Standard Work and Set-up improvement activities and provide mentorship for responsible product engineers.

Key Duties

• Plan, steer, and monitor project activities, including identification and mitigation of risks to progress.
• Establish an effective communications plan to ensure transparency of progress.
• Liaise with Facilities, Maintenance, Production, Engineering & Quality as required.
• Manage all projects under your responsibility to excellence level.
• Adhere to all company standards, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience working in a similar role in a multinational environment.
• Proven ability in the implementation of Lean/Six sigma methodologies and processes.
• Experience of leading and motivating a team within a fast-paced and continually evolving environment.
• Demonstrated Planning and Project Management ability.
• Ability to identify potential barriers to the success of a project.
• Demonstrated expertise in Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen events, SMED, TPM, schedule management, and visual communication techniques.
• Ability to work closely with other functional departments.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and barriers.
• Diplomacy and negotiating ability.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement using leadership and motivational tools.

Education

• Degree/Masters in an engineering-related discipline or equivalent.

Skills

• 6 Sigma
• Project Engineer
• Mechanical Engineer