Job OverviewThe Continuous Improvement Engineer plays a critical role in deploying and sustaining the Hubbell Manufacturing System (HMS) at the Vega Baja site. This position partners cross-functionally to drive Lean transformation, improve operational performance (People, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost), and build continuous improvement capability across the organization.
A Day In The LifeEvery day at Hubbell is different and you'll contribute in many ways. On any given day, you'll make a difference by:
- Support deployment and sustainment of HMS principles and standards.
- Lead Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), A3 problem solving, and root cause analysis.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste, lead time, and variation.
- Improve manufacturing flow, productivity, and line performance through Lean tools.
- Coach and train teams on Lean methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
- Support Tier Management, standard work, and visual management systems.
- Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to execute improvements.
- Lead CI projects and support future-state manufacturing design and layouts.
- Maintain documentation aligned with standard work and ISO requirements.
What will help you thrive in this role?- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical or related).
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing.
- Experience in Lean / Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma (Green Belt preferred).
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Visio is a plus.
- Ability to influence and drive change in a cross-functional environment.
What You'll Do
This role is hands-on on the shop floor-leading Gemba walks, facilitating problem-solving, analyzing performance, and coaching teams to sustain improvements and deliver business impact.
Hubbell IncorporatedHubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Electrical SolutionsHubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. HES provides the critical components that allow operators of buildings, factories and other industrial infrastructure to connect, protect, wire and manage power.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
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