Senior Lean Engineer I – II, Solar

Mortenson

. Drive Lean initiatives across Preconstruction, Supply Chain, and their interfaces with Operations and project teams .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $89,500 - $129,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement, and Process Optimization within construction and manufacturing environments. Capable of analyzing workflows, facilitating workshops, and leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making.

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Lean MethodologiesContinuous ImprovementProcess MappingData AnalysisFacilitation Skills

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Hard Skills

Process OptimizationRoot Cause AnalysisKaizen FacilitationWorkflow AnalysisPerformance Metrics

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationRelationship BuildingProactive Self-StarterCuriosityTraining and Coaching

Tools & Technologies

DashboardsVisual ManagementOperating SystemsAI Technology

Industry Keywords

Construction ManagementManufacturingContinuous Improvement PrinciplesOperational ChallengesProject Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Drive Lean initiatives across Preconstruction, Supply Chain, and their interfaces with Operations and project teams
Analyze end-to-end business workflows to identify waste, bottlenecks, handoffs, rework, and opportunities to improve flow, predictability, and value creation
Facilitate Kaizen and improvement workshops with cross-functional stakeholders to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions
Organize, analyze, and validate data and communicate results through clear metrics and dashboards
Identify opportunities to leverage technology and AI to simplify work, improve decision-making, automate repetitive activities, and generate actionable insights while following approved company standards
Develop and maintain process maps, standard work, visual management, and operating systems
Support implementation and sustainment of improvements by establishing ownership, standardizing processes, developing adoption plans, and monitoring performance
Partner with project teams and stakeholders to resolve operational challenges and improve business performance
Apply Lean methodologies, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement tools to improve safety, quality, productivity, and schedule outcomes
Monitor improvement initiatives and track progress against goals and performance metrics
Promote flow and pull-based thinking, reduce batching and work-in-process, improve handoffs, and advance one-piece-flow principles
Coach and develop team members in Lean thinking and problem-solving

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree OR equivalent combination of education and technical/field experience demonstrated over multiple years of work experience
Internship experience in construction or manufacturing
Prior experience in construction job sites preferred
Current driver’s license
Solid understanding of continuous improvement principles
Excellent reliability and follow-through
Effective trainer and facilitator
Ability to influence through relationship building
Proactive self-starter with a growth mindset
Strong sense of curiosity and optimism
Effective communication and active listening skills
Senior Lean Engineer II: minimum five years' construction or manufacturing experience
Senior Lean Engineer II: minimum two years in a full-time continuous improvement role in manufacturing or construction
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k 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
Incentive plan eligibility