Energy Storage - Lean Engineer

Mortenson is currently seeking a Lean Engineer that will support our Battery Energy Storage group's project teams with applying Mortenson’s kaizen-based continuous improvement approach, as well as 5S and Flow Construction, to enhance work safety, streamline processes, and improve project outcomes.

This position is 50% remote, 50% travel

Partner closely with project leadership and craft workforce to establish trust and gain buy-in for lean approaches

Provide regular feedback to project leadership and the group lean leader on lean approaches and cross-project sharing

Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels

Support continuous improvement efforts onsite

Coordinate and facilitate improvement events with project team and experts

Reinforce continuous improvement principles and ensure ongoing application of tools

Support forepersons in observing work, assessing adherence to standardized work, and addressing abnormalities

Encourage crews to brainstorm and implement ongoing improvements

Support project team, field leaders, and trade partners in applying 5S practices

Communicate 5S standards during onboarding of new workforce and trade partners

Create plans and resources to achieve 5S standards

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 self-perform work and reduce batching practices

All other duties as assigned

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Engineering, or related degree