The Engineering Transformation Leader (AI & Lean) is accountable for the strategy and implementation of an advanced Quality Management system, Lean engineering principles, and AI-driven design and workflow tools into our technical processes. Directly leading a medium-sized team and indirectly leading the Heavy-Duty New Unit organization, you will drive sustainable improvements across all Heavy-Duty New Unit teams by championing cultural and process initiatives that modernize our design methodology, improve execution velocity, and ensure "right-first-time" quality in our engineering deliverables.
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Responsibilities
- Establish and enforce the "Zero Defect Framework" quality standards for design deliverables.
- Lead the adoption of AI and automation tools that improve engineering productivity, support rule-based quality checks, automate repetitive technical tasks, enhance knowledge reuse, and reduce cycle time and rework across engineering workflows.
- Apply Lean principles to the engineering lifecycle, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in design and execution workflows.
- Drive tangible improvements in cultural and process initiatives across all Heavy-Duty New Unit teams.
- Mentor your team, ensuring they are technically proficient and growth oriented.
- Lead the Heavy-Duty Plant Engineering team in transitioning to more agile, AI-enhanced execution models.
Required
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline.
- 8+ years of proven experience in engineering, lean, quality, or similar fields.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage organizational change in a complex environment.
Desired
- Strong background in Quality Control/Assurance and hands-on experience deploying AI/Data Analytics tools.
- Commitment to removing obstacles for the team and prioritizing their growth.
- Actively invests in the professional development of the team.
- Possesses an inherent dissatisfaction with the status quo, seeking innovative ways to improve safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
- Relies on robust data analysis to set strategy and solve problems while maintaining agility in ambiguous situations.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
Location
Greenville, Dubai, Atlanta, Schenectady, Baden
Work Conditions
Full time
Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes
Compensation
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $152,400.00 and $254,000.00, influenced by experience, education, and skill set. Bonus eligibility includes a discretionary annual bonus.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
- Access to Health Coach and 24/7 nurse-based resource.
- Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling, and referral services.
- Retirement benefits including the company Retirement Savings Plan, tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching.
- Tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
