--- title: 'Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer at Industrial Electric Manufacturing' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-continuous-improvement-engineer-industrial-electric-manufacturing-surrey-vcpe1e6s7kbp' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-18' --- # Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer at Industrial Electric Manufacturing - **Company:** Industrial Electric Manufacturing - **Location:** Surrey, Canada - **Posted:** 2026-07-31 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-18 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/industrialelectricmanufacturing/jobs/4341868009 ## Job description At IEM, we’re not just building innovative electrical distribution systems, we’re shaping the future. IEM is dedicated to delivering world-class solutions for complex power needs. After 75 years, we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute, grow, and make a lasting impact on industries that power the world’s most dynamic markets. Reports To: Continuous Improvement Manager At IEM, we’re not just growing – we're thriving! Our rapid expansion means new opportunities are always on the horizon. If you’re someone who gets excited by making an impact through interesting challenges, you’ll feel right at home. Purpose of the Position: IEM is currently seeking a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer for our Surrey, B.C. locations and will report to our Continuous Improvement manager. Join our transformation journey as a lean professional supporting kaizen activities, standard work documentation, and data-driven process improvement. This is a hands-on role ideal for candidates with a passion for lean manufacturing and a desire to grow in a structured CI environment. Please note: This position requires 100% in-office presence in our Surrey offices and does not offer remote work. Key Responsibilities: Lead Operational Transformation - Schedule, plan, and facilitate kaizen events: line balancing, standard work, Daily Management setup, SMED, 5S, visual management, error-proofing - Conduct value stream mapping and process analysis; develop data-driven improvement roadmaps - Design standard work from the ground up: work sequences, takt time, operator training, visual controls - Establish and audit Daily Management systems; coach leaders on sustainment - Identify systemic barriers to improvement (design gaps, training deficits, leadership behavior) and address them Drive Root-Cause Problem Solving - Lead systematic problem-solving using PDCA, A3, and 8D methodologies; use data to find real root causes - Analyze production data (cycle time, downtime, quality, labor) to set priorities and measure results - Work cross-functionally (Ops, Process Engineering, Supply Chain) to implement solutions that stick - Track sustainability metrics; conduct post-kaizen audits and investigate deterioration Build Capability & Culture - Mentor E2 engineers on CI methodologies, kaizen facilitation, and systematic thinking - Coach operations leaders and supervisors on Daily Management discipline and lean problem-solving - Document and standardize best practices; share learnings across teams - Develop and deliver CI training to operations, manufacturing engineering, and leadership Measure & Sustain Impact - Own improvement roadmap execution; track schedule, budget, and impact metrics - Establish and monitor KPIs: productivity, quality, lead time, cost savings, safety - Present progress in operations reviews and escalate barriers. - Manufacturing floor presence required; spend significant time observing, coaching, facilitating. Qualifications: Education & Experience - Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, business, operations, or related field. - 7–10+ years in manufacturing, operations, or continuous improvement - Led 10+ kaizen events from concept to sustained implementation - Proven success implementing and sustaining Daily Management systems - Demonstrated ability to move production lines from batch toward flow Technical Skills - Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing: value stream mapping, takt time, line balancing, pull systems, standard work, visual management, 5S. - Proficiency in process improvement methodologies: PDCA, A3 problem solving, 8D, root-cause analysis (5-why), SMED. - Data-driven mindset: comfortable analyzing production metrics, cycle time studies, bottleneck analysis, process capability. - Experience documenting processes and creating visual standards that operators can follow. Leadership & Mindset - Excellent facilitation and coaching skills; you make others better at problem-solving - Ability to work cross-functionally (Ops, ME, Supply Chain, Quality) without friction - Can navigate disagreement and push back when people want quick fixes instead of root causes - Strong communication: can explain complex problems clearly to frontline workers and executives - Detail-oriented; you follow through and hold teams accountable - Comfort in dynamic, multi-tasking environments; you prioritize and adapt as business needs change - Energizing presence; you build trust and rapport across all levels Core competencies - Lean Expertise: You can run any type of kaizen; you understand how tools like SMED, 5S, standard work, and visual management connect. - Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with multiple departments to drive culture of continuous improvement, engagement and business results. - Root Cause Thinking: You don't accept surface answers; you dig into data and ask "why" until you find the real problem. - Systems View: You see connections between processes; you know that fixing one thing might break another. - Data Fluency: You trust data over opinions; you can read a praetor chart, spot a trend, and make a recommendation. - Facilitation: You can draw out the best ideas from a room full of people with different perspectives. - Coaching & Development: You invest in people; your team members grow in capability under your mentorship. - Influence Without Authority: You can move things without a formal decision; you build alignment through respect. - Grit: Improvements are hard; you push through obstacles, learn from setbacks, and keep going. Success Criteria - Lead 4–6 major Kaizen initiatives/year. - Champion Daily Management ## LOCATION & LOGISTICS - 100% on-site in Surrey, BC. No remote work. - Manufacturing floor presence required; you'll spend significant time on the shop floor observing, coaching, facilitating. - Occasional travel to support multi-site improvement initiatives. ## COMPENSATION & BENEFITS - Compensation ranges from $45.67 - 56.25/hr CAD ## Why Join IEM At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey. Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com We offer comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being, growth, and long-term success. View a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers Recruiting Scams Beware of recruiting scams. IEM never charges candidates fees, and all recruiter emails come from an @iemfg.com address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, do not share personal information and report it to us at [iemfg.com/contact](https://www.iemfg.com/contact/) Non-Discrimination Statement IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law. Privacy Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's [Workforce Member Privacy Policy.](https://www.iemfg.com/ccpa/) Use of AI At IEM, we are committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. Use the link below to view how we use artificial intelligence (AI) technology to assist in reviewing job applications and your rights as an applicant. [AI Use in IEM's Hiring Process](https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.iemfg.com%2Fsystem%2Fuploads%2Ffae%2Ffile%2Fasset%2F230%2FAI_Use_In_IEMs_Hiring_Process_-_Applicant_Notice.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Cthomas.young%40iemfg.com%7Cb3cd884a34174f95ace708df0db5bf43%7C8a049edbe19b4651aeb61e238422b6c6%7C0%7C0%7C639244746581651387%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=OuABt1%2FXzO2WvIE1uasFLCXc9hd2cW%2F5Lvfktq0pD1w%3D&reserved=0) ## About Industrial Electric Manufacturing ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: IEM designs and manufactures custom low- and medium-voltage electrical power distribution equipment, switchgear, and integrated power infrastructure at scale for critical industries. - **Entity Type**: Private (Privately held corporation) - **Headquarters**: Fremont, California, United States - **Founded**: 1950 - **Founders**: Not publicly available (founded on a family ranch in Fremont, CA) ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Industrial electrical manufacturing, power distribution equipment, switchgear, and critical power infrastructure. - **Target customers**: B2B, serving large-scale enterprises and institutions across Technology & Data Centers, Commercial & Real Estate, Energy & Utilities, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Industrial & Manufacturing, and Infrastructure & Public Services. - **Mission or purpose statement**: "We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all." IEM partners with customers to plan, engineer, and deliver the future of power, offering the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements and the scale to support ambitious projects. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/) ## Products & Services - **Low Voltage Switchboards (UL 891)**: Customizable electrical distribution boards for commercial and industrial applications. - **Low Voltage Switchgear (UL 1558)**: Robust, fully-rated switchgear for critical power distribution. - **Low Voltage Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS) (UL 1008)**: Reliable power switching for backup generator systems. - **Low Voltage Fully Integrated Switchboards**: Combined switchboard and distribution solutions. - **Panelboards (UL 67)**: Standard and custom panelboard solutions. - **Medium Voltage Metal-Clad Switchgear**: High-reliability switchgear for medium voltage applications. - **Medium Voltage Metal-Enclosed Switchgear**: Durable, enclosed switchgear for demanding environments. - **Medium Voltage Automatic Transfer Switch (ATS)**: Medium voltage power switching solutions. - **Medium Voltage 38 kV Switchgear**: High-voltage switchgear for utility and large-scale applications. - **Unit Substations**: Integrated substation solutions for power distribution. - **VESTA Arc-Resistant Switchgear**: Arc-resistant medium voltage switchgear for enhanced safety. - **Integrated Products (PDU, RPP, Walk-In Enclosures, Custom Assemblies)**: Power distribution units, remote power panels, and custom enclosures for data centers and critical facilities. - **Field Services**: On-site startup, commissioning, and emergency repair services for power systems, supported by a dedicated team of 100+ field service technicians. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/system/uploads/fae/file/asset/134/IEM_Corporate_Brochure_Long_2025-09-02-compressed.pdf) ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (privately held) - **Key Metric**: Over $1 billion in annual sales (as of 2025/2026). [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/system/uploads/fae/file/asset/134/IEM_Corporate_Brochure_Long_2025-09-02-compressed.pdf) - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Privately held; key customers include Hewlett-Packard, Amazon, Apple, and NASA. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) - **Growth Signals**: - Approximately 4,800 employees in North America, a 340% increase since 2022. - Quadrupled North American manufacturing footprint since 2022, investing over $100 million in advanced manufacturing equipment. - 21 major locations in the U.S., Canada, and Belgium. - No. 50 on the 2026 Inc. Regionals list (Pacific). - No. 1: First Coast’s Largest Manufacturing Companies (Jacksonville Business Journal). - Top 30: Largest Manufacturers in the Greater Bay Area (San Francisco Business Times and Silicon Valley Business Journal). [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/system/uploads/fae/file/asset/202/IEM_Company_Brief_2026.pdf) ## Competitive Advantages - **Custom at Scale**: Combines the flexibility to meet unique technical requirements with the capacity and experience to support demanding project schedules at scale, a rare combination in the industry. - **75+ Year Track Record**: A proven history of reliability and innovation, including pioneering work in CAD/CAM systems and commercial switchgear, and powering the rise of Silicon Valley. - **Deep Industry Partnerships**: Strong, long-term relationships with commercial and industrial tech leaders like Hewlett-Packard, Amazon, Apple, and NASA. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) - **Superior Quality & Testing**: Products are rigorously tested beyond industry standards (UL, ANSI, IEEE, NEMA, seismic) to guarantee long-term reliability. - **Massive Scale & Capacity**: 1.5M+ square feet of production capacity, 21 major locations, and over $1 billion in annual sales, enabling them to handle the largest and most complex projects. ## Strategic Focus - **Rapid Expansion**: Aggressively scaling manufacturing capacity and headcount (340% increase since 2022) to meet surging demand from data centers, energy, and infrastructure sectors. - **Field Service Network Growth**: Expanding a network of field service offices across North America to provide faster, local support for customers. - **Innovation in Power Infrastructure**: Continuing to develop advanced products like arc-resistant switchgear and integrated power solutions for next-generation data centers and critical facilities. - **Talent Acquisition**: Actively hiring across engineering, field service, and manufacturing roles to support growth, with a focus on building a skilled workforce through "IEM University" for continuous learning. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) ## Why Work Here - **Impactful Work**: Employees contribute to powering the world’s most critical infrastructure, including data centers for tech giants like Amazon and Apple, and projects for NASA. - **Strong Benefits**: 100% coverage of employee-level medical, dental, and vision benefits; 401(k) with employer match (no vesting schedule); HSA contributions; tuition reimbursement; and opportunity for quarterly bonuses. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) - **Growth & Development**: "IEM University" provides continuous learning resources, personalized development plans, and role-specific programs. The company promotes from within and offers clear career paths. - **Culture**: Described as a collaborative community where "listening works" and success comes through teamwork. Emphasizes curiosity, diverse perspectives, and an inclusive, forward-thinking workplace. - **Work Policy**: Roles range from on-site (manufacturing, engineering labs) to remote (e.g., Power Solution Architect, Lead Electrical Design Engineer). Flexible shifts are available in some locations. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) - **Notable Perks**: 100% coverage of employee-level medical, dental, and vision; quarterly bonus opportunity; tuition reimbursement; on-the-job training. [iemfg.com](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) ## Sources 1. [IEM Corporate Website](https://www.iemfg.com/) 2. [IEM Careers Page](https://www.iemfg.com/careers/) 3. [IEM Company Brief (PDF)](https://www.iemfg.com/system/uploads/fae/file/asset/202/IEM_Company_Brief_2026.pdf) 4. [IEM Corporate Brochure (PDF)](https://www.iemfg.com/system/uploads/fae/file/asset/134/IEM_Corporate_Brochure_Long_2025-09-02-compressed.pdf) 5. 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