Lean Engineer I

Mortenson; Pampa (TX); On-site; USD 78,800 - 98,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

401(k) retirement plan with generous match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Lean Engineer I to support project teams in applying a kaizen-based continuous improvement approach. You'll collaborate with diverse project leadership and team members to enhance work safety and overall outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in a related field and has relevant internship experience. Responsibilities include coordinating Kaizen events and supporting onsite continuous improvement efforts.

This position offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including medical plans and retirement contributions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or similar.
• Internship experience in construction or manufacturing.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Partner with project leadership to promote lean approaches.
• Coordinate and facilitate Kaizen events with teams.
• Support continuous improvement efforts onsite.

Skills

Continuous improvement principles

Effective communication skills

Coaching and mentoring skills

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Summary

Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Engineer I that will support project teams with applying Mortenson’s kaizen-based continuous improvement approach, to enhance work safety, make work easier, and provide a long‑term vision to improve project and company outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with project leadership and team members to establish trust and gain buy‑in for lean approaches.
• Provide regular feedback to project leadership and the project lean leader on the work, culture, and improvement journey of teams.
• Effectively work and build relationships with individuals of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Support continuous improvement efforts onsite.
• Coordinate and facilitate Kaizen events/workshops with project teams and experts.
• Reinforce continuous improvement principles and ensure a people‑at‑the‑center culture.
• Support project leaders in assessing capacity to sustain standardized work and addressing abnormalities.
• Encourage team members to brainstorm and implement ongoing improvements.
• Support flow and work management onsite.
• Participate in flow schedule development for work phases.
• Support superintendents and forepersons in daily planning, work management, and learning approaches.
• Promote one‑piece flow for all work.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, construction engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and technical/field experience demonstrated over multiple years of related work experience.
• Internship experience in construction or manufacturing (or related field/experience).
• Current driver’s license.
• Solid understanding of continuous improvement principles and their application.
• Excellent reliability and follow‑through on commitments.
• Effective coach and mentor.
• Ability to influence through relationship building.
• Proactive self‑starter with a growth mindset.
• Strong sense of curiosity and optimism.
• Effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that include no additional cost vision coverage.
• Dental plan.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
• Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Adoption assistance.
• Gym membership discount program.

Pay

The base pay range for this role is $78,800 MIN – $98,500 MAX. Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%; Seattle, WA and Portland, OR – 10%; Washington, D.C. – 12.5%. Pay is positioned within the range based on factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

Note

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position. Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.