Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement

Entegris, Inc.; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 91,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Health insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Entegris is seeking a Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement at the Burnet, TX site to lead lean transformations and drive CI initiatives across the manufacturing footprint. You will map processes, deploy Six Sigma methodologies, and ensure sustained improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams and the broader CI community.

The role requires 5-8 years in manufacturing LN/Six Sigma, a formal Six Sigma background, and travel less than 10%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial engineering or related engineering disciplines.
• 5-8 years’ manufacturing experience driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale, diverse footprint.
• Experience driving a lean and digitized mindset across supply chain with a global team.
• Formal Six Sigma training and Lean, Black Belt and SPC credentials.
• Willing to travel but less than 10%.

Responsibilities

• Lead Continuous Improvement initiatives: develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes and eliminate waste.
• Assess and optimize processes using Lean principles and digital tools.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and business units to integrate Lean improvements with digital technologies.
• Drive cultural change by training and supporting employees in Lean methodologies and new tools.
• Monitor and measure impact with KPIs and data analysis to identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate workshops and Kaizen events to improve processes and identify waste.
• Lead continuous improvement programs across the global enterprise.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process mapping

Kaizen

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SPC

Job description

Job Title

Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement

The Role

Our site in Burnet, TX, is seeking a Senior Engineer, Continuous Improvement. The CI Leader Engineer will play a critical role in driving lean transformation of the Burnet factory. Leveraging deep expertise in process mapping, Six Sigma, Lean and high-impact transformations, this individual will ensure that lean initiatives are designed and driven for success, implemented and sustained. As a key contributor to the operations team, this Engineer will help assess processes and KPI’s across the Burnet site and ensure improvement roadmaps are defined, executed, and sustained. This role will also coordinate with the larger CI community to share best practices and learnings to drive the Entegris Way mindset.

What You’ll Do

• Lead Continuous Improvement Initiatives:Develop and implement CI strategies to streamline processes and eliminate waste to drive visual factory and process optimizations through Tier Daily Management. Utilize methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to drive process improvements.
• Assess and Optimize Processes:Conduct thorough assessments of current processes to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement. Implement Lean principles to optimize these processes and help with digital transformation.
• Collaborate Across Functions:Work closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and business units, to ensure that Lean improvements are integrated seamlessly with digital technologies.
• Drive Cultural Change:Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Provide training and support to employees to adopt Lean methodologies and new digital tools and processes.
• Monitor and Measure Impact:Establish metrics and KPIs to track the effectiveness of Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Analyze data to identify trends and areas for further enhancement.
• Facilitate Workshops and Training:Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate employees on Lean methodologies and digital tools.
• Facilitate Continuous Improvement Programs: Lead Kaizen events to improve business processes, waste identification using Value Stream Maps and devise plans to improve efficiency.

What We Seek

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial engineering, or related engineering disciplines
• Minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment driving Lean and Six Sigma programs across a large-scale and diverse manufacturing footprint
• Experience in driving a lean and digitize mindset across the supply chain with a global team
• Formal Six Sigma training and associated Lean, Blackbelt and SPC credentials
• Willing to travel but less than 10%

Outstanding Candidates Will Have

• Proven track record of developing, implementing and sustaining a CI culture across a global enterprise
• Direct supplier, Customer and factory experience in managing CI portfolios with measurable efficiency gains
• Hands‑on leadership style and a sense of urgency to assist stakeholders

Why Work At Entegris?

Lead. Inspire. Innovate. Define Your Future. Not everyone who works for a global company shares the same background, experiences and perspectives. We leverage the differences of our employees to bring new ideas to the table. Every employee throughout the company is encouraged to share input on projects and initiatives. Our decision-making process is truly a collaborative effort as we realize there are leaders at every level of the organization. We put our values at the core of how we operate as an organization — not just when it’s convenient, but in a lasting and meaningful way. We want the time and energy you spend here to have a positive impact on your life inside and outside of the office.

What We Offer

• Compensation: The salary range for this position is $91,000- $119,000 per year. Final compensation will depend on the candidate's overall skills and qualifications for the role.
• Annual bonus eligibility
• Progressive paid time off policy that empowers you to take the time you need to recharge
• Generous 401(K) plan with an impressive employer match with no delayed vesting
• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs
• Education assistance to support your learning journey
• A values-driven culture with colleagues that rally around People, Accountability, Creativity and Excellence

Entegris does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Entegris immigration sponsorship (e.g., H1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) now or in the future.

At Entegris we are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants. Our policy is to recruit, hire, train, and reward employees for their individual abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital or military status. At Entegris, we want you to be part of our culture, which values your unique talents, skills, and experiences. We believe what we do is as important as how we do it. People at our company bring their true selves to work, and are appreciated not only for what they do, but for who they are. This plus the technical complexity of our products and solutions means you can be sure your work is both challenging and changing the world for the better.

Learn more about why people enjoy working at Entegris.