Continuous Improvement Engineer

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.•Orlando, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Entry-level, full-time engineering position responsible for leading and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing and business processes. Apply engineering principles, Lean methodologies, process mapping, data analysis, and structured problem-solving tools to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost, and overall performance. Partner with cross-functional teams to document current-state processes, identify gaps, develop future-state recommendations, and support process standardization. Operate with guidance from the Continuous Improvement team while developing the capability to independently lead small-to-moderate improvement projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, Operations Management, or related technical discipline required.
Entry-level candidates, recent graduates, and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply; internship, co-op, or project experience is preferred.
Ability to read, interpret, and communicate technical documents, procedures, process maps, and standard work instructions.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and interpret process data using basic statistical methods.
Ability to apply engineering judgment and structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and support corrective actions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Power BI, or similar tools preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, visual management, value stream mapping, SIPOC, swim lane mapping, root cause analysis, waste identification, and basic project management concepts preferred.
Ability to lead small-to-moderate projects with guidance, develop action plans, track milestones, and communicate status updates.
Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, take initiative, collaborate across functions, and support a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Ability to observe, document, and standardize processes, including identifying inputs, outputs, handoffs, and decision points.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and travel up to 30% as required.

Nice To Haves

internship, co-op, or project experience is preferred.
experience with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Power BI, or similar tools preferred.
Working knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, visual management, value stream mapping, SIPOC, swim lane mapping, root cause analysis, waste identification, and basic project management concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and support continuous improvement projects across manufacturing, operations, and business processes.
Facilitate process mapping activities, document current-state conditions, identify gaps, clarify roles and handoffs, and develop future-state recommendations.
Participate in shop floor improvement meetings and project follow-up activities to drive accountability and action completion.
Develop and maintain SIPOC diagrams, swim lane maps, process maps, standard work, work instructions, job aids, data collection templates, RASIC inputs, and visual management materials.
Validate processes with stakeholders, identify decision points and pain points, and support standardization across teams and business units.
Communicate project plans, improvement activities, findings, action items, risks, and results to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
Comply with all safety policies and procedures and report unsafe conditions.
Contribute to departmental and company goals while fostering a positive team environment.
Protect confidential information and maintain the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
Perform other duties as assigned.