Continuous Improvement Engineer

careers-ermcoeci; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ERMCO in Dyersburg, TN is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer to drive data-driven improvements across manufacturing processes. You will lead change initiatives, map value streams, and coordinate with operations, engineering, and quality teams to deliver measurable gains.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in engineering and 3+ years’ related experience, with proficiency in DMAIC, MS Office, and AutoCAD. On-site role with relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Structured problem-solving methodologies (LSS, DMAIC) knowledge.
• Project leadership experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Strong communication and listening skills, collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Be an active, visible-change leader to drive continuous improvement.
• Evaluate Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Cost for OFIs.
• Collaborate across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, IT, Sales and Finance to execute OFIs on time and budget.
• Perform project work: definition, data collection, value-stream mapping, workflow design, financial analysis, solution development and implementation.
• Communicate status and deliverables clearly to team, leadership, and stakeholders.
• Develop SME expertise in assigned areas.

Skills

Problem solving (LSS DMAIC)

Project leadership

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office Suite

Data analysis tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

About ERMCO

ERMCO (Electric Research and Manufacturing Cooperative, Inc.) is a leading U.S. manufacturer of distribution transformers and engineered electrical solutions serving electric utilities, OEMs, and industrial customers across North America. Headquartered in Dyersburg, Tennessee, ERMCO delivers reliable, high-quality products that power homes, businesses, and communities every day.

With a commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, ERMCO is at the forefront of supporting grid modernization and the energy transition. Our vertically integrated operations, customer-focused culture, and investment in people and technology make ERMCO a trusted partner in delivering resilient, sustainable power infrastructure for the future.

Job Summary:

The Continuous Improvement Engineer will utilize their skill set and expertise to solve customer-focused problems through data-based analysis. Through this effort the team will drive continuous improvement, transformation, and process enhancements across the business.

This role will be onsite in Dyersburg, TN. Relocation Assistance is available.

Responsibilities

• Be an active, visible, positive-change leader for the organization.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in the assigned areas of responsibility and be a willing assistant for others.
• Evaluate Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Cost for the assigned areas and develop an active list of Opportunities for Improvement (OFIs)
• Work alongside Operations, Product Engineering, Quality, Safety, Supply Chain, IT, Sales and Finance to develop, refine and successfully execute (on time, on budget) on OFIs.
• Perform the necessary engineering work to drive successful project completion, including project definition, data collection and analysis, value-stream mapping, workflow design, information flow design, financial analysis, solution development and implementation.
• Accurately communicate status and quality of project and deliverables to team, leadership, and stakeholders
• Be professionally curious with a desire to become a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the assigned areas of responsibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical) from an accredited institution
• 3+ years’ experience in manufacturing, industrial, quality, product, or process engineering

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Experience with structured problem-solving methodologies and techniques (LSS, DMAIC)
• Project leadership experience
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, data analysis tools, AUTOCAD
• Self-aware; able to collaborate well with people across the organization, individually and in groups
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Able to manage multiple tasks, detail oriented, work with minimum supervision

Let’s Build the Future Together

At ERMCO, your ideas matter, your growth is supported, and your impact is real. Whether you’re building on early career experience or launching your professional journey, you’ll have the opportunity to learn, contribute, and grow in a manufacturing environment that values innovation and collaboration.

Join ERMCO and Transform your career!

Job Locations

US-TN-Dyersburg