Continuous Improvement Engineer

Siemens; Wendell (NC); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Siemens is seeking a Continuous Improvement Engineer for the Operations Engineering team in Wendell, NC. You will standardize ETO QC and drive DFMEA, RCA, and ECN processes to ensure flawless engineering outputs before production.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement ISO-aligned standards, and develop dashboards using Power BI and Tableau to provide actionable quality insights. Some travel (up to 20%) is required, with relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical/industrial engineering.
• Five or more years of engineering experience in electrical equipment manufacturing.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing quality processes using automation.
• Understanding of ETO operations and workflow automation.
• Strong leadership to guide multidisciplinary teams without direct authority.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis (8D, A3, Ishikawa) and CAPA.
• Proficiency with PFMEA/ DFMEA.
• Experience with SAP, Salesforce and Power BI.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and auditing processes.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Standardize ETO quality control for all deliverables (3D CAD, schematics, wiring diagrams).
• Implement DFMEA during drafting to mitigate quality risks before production release.
• Lead RCA investigations using 8D, A3s, and 5-Why methodologies.
• Manage ECN process to reflect floor realities into master CAD models and templates.
• Implement digital error-proofing in CAD/ERP/PLM tools and AI rule-checking.
• Develop and enforce rigorous ISO-aligned quality standards.
• Drive KPI improvements for quality performance.
• Support audit processes and represent quality in audits.
• Communicate quality requirements to engineering teams and leadership.
• Develop dashboards and reports to inform management.

Skills

Root Cause Analysis

Quality Process Improvement

Project Leadership

Data Analytics

CAD/PLM Tools

Travel 20%

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Tools

SAP

Salesforce

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Here at Siemens, we take pride in enabling sustainable progress through technology. We do this through empowering customers by combining the real and digital worlds. Improving how we live, work, and move today and for the next generation! We know that the only way a business thrives is if our people are thriving. That’s why we always put our people first. Our global, diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in new ways. Who knows where our shared journey will take you?

Transform the everyday with us!

Are you an Engineer with a passion for innovation and a proven track record of excellence? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can shape processes from the ground up? If so, we invite you to join our team as a Continuous Improvement Engineer for our Operations Engineering team!

This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of establishing world‑class engineering standards in a team that supports manufacturing in multiple locations across multiple countries. You will play a pivotal role in analyzing engineering workflows, elevate the engineering quality standards, and improving throughput. You will provide critical support to improve the quality of output from the engineering team, which is a crucial driver to scale up operations for the business unit. You will be directly responsible for modifying, establishing, and managing the quality control measures of our engineered‑to‑order (ETO) process, ensuring that custom drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and all design documents are flawless before they hit the production floor.

This hybrid Continuous Improvement Engineer role is based in Wendell, NC at Siemens EA U.S. headquarters. Located in the heart of the Research Triangle about 20 minutes east of Raleigh, Wendell offers top‑rated schools, a mild climate, easy access to mountains and coast, and a cost of living that allows our compensation to go further. Local candidates are encouraged to apply. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

You’ll make a difference by:

• Standardize ETO Quality Control: Own, modify, and closely implement the quality control measures for all engineered‑to‑order (ETO) deliverables, including 3D CAD models, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Proactive Defect Prevention: Implement Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) during the custom drafting phase to catch and mitigate engineering quality risks before production release.
• Drive Root Cause Investigations: Lead structured Root Cause Analysis (RCA) using 8D, A3s, and 5-Why methodologies to trace shop‑floor assembly or wiring defects back to the root design documents.
• Close the Feedback Loop: Establish and handle a robust engineering change notice (ECN) process that feeds manufacturing floor realities directly into master CAD models, engineering templates, and design standards.
• Error-Proofing: Work with design software administrators to implement digital error‑proofing mechanisms within CAD, ERP/PLM tools, Artificial intelligence tools to automate rule‑checking.
• Quality Standards Implementation: Develop and implement rigorous quality standards for all phases of the ETO process.
• Quality KPI Improvement: Lead efforts to continuously improve key Quality Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Audit Management: Represent and support audit processes based on ISO standards.
• Communication & Representation: Effectively communicate quality requirements, improvement ideas, and performance data to diverse audiences, including engineering teams, senior management, and executive leadership.
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Use sophisticated data analysis techniques to impact quality performance, identify trends, and predict potential issues. Develop and maintain dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau to provide clear, actionable insights and regular quality reports to management.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a closely related technical field.
• Five (5) or more years’ engineering experience in an electrical equipment manufacturing environment (e.g., switchgear, transformers, power distribution) with a heavy emphasis on design quality, configuration management, or ETO process control.
• Expertise in implementing and optimizing quality processes using automation.
• Thorough understanding of the challenges unique to custom, engineered‑to‑order (ETO) engineering operations and workflow automation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide and mentor multidisciplinary teams without direct authority.
• In‑depth knowledge and practical experience with Root Cause Analysis (8D, A3, Ishikawa) and CAPA processes.
• Proficiency in process risk assessment methodologies (PFMEA, DFMEA)
• Experience with tools and systems like SAP, Salesforce, and PowerBI.
• Understanding and experience with ISO standards and auditing processes.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% based on business needs, including travel to other Siemens sites domestically and in Querétaro, Mexico.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE).
• Experience with electrical products.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource‑efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion in our Diverse Global Workforce:

We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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