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Procom

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Beloit, WI · On-site

$74K - $100K/yr

Continuous Improvement Engineer - Responsibilities: • Identify and implement opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost, safety, capacity, and delivery. • Analyze manufacturing ...

Bio-Techne Corp.

$100 - $125/hr

Identify, prioritize, and support cost improvement initiatives that improve productivity, reduce ... Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field. * 7+ years of ...

Olin Corporation

Improvement Engineer

Lake Jackson, TX · On-site

$113K/yr

Improvement Engineer Location: Freeport, TX Salary: $113,000+ Schedule: 9/80, 5-8 schedule ... cost optimization using Lean Six Sigma and other methodologies. Implement best practices to ...

GSMW, Inc.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

South Bend, IN · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Description The Continuous Improvement Engineer is responsible for leading initiatives that improve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost throughout General Stamping & Metalworks. This ...

Olin Corporation

Improvement Engineer

Freeport, TX · On-site

$113K/yr

Improvement Engineer Location: Freeport, TX Salary: $113,000+ Schedule: 9/80, 5-8 schedule ... cost optimization using Lean Six Sigma and other methodologies. Implement best practices to ...

Kinsley Power Systems

Improvement Engineer

Freeport, TX · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

Improvement Engineer Location: Freeport, TX Salary: $113,000+ Schedule: 9/80, 5-8 schedule ... cost optimization using Lean Six Sigma and other methodologies. Implement best practices to ...

W3Global Inc.

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Watertown, WI · On-site

$100K - $130K/yr

Role - Continuous Improvement Engineer Location - Watertown, WI Work Type - Full-time / On-site ... This role focuses on improving safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance by leading data ...

Clemens Food Group

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Tyrone, PA · On-site

$66K - $89K/yr

Position OverviewAs a Continuous Improvement Engineer, you will drive operational excellence initiatives focused on throughput, yield, labor efficiency, and cost improvement within a fast-paced food ...

Sear

Continuous Improvement Engineer

Davenport, IA · On-site

$100 - $125/hr

... cost performance throughout the organization. Serves as a change agent and promotes a culture of ... engineering, or continuous improvement. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for cost improvement engineer in the United States is $97,048.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Cost Improvement Specialist

Ogden, UT • On-site

Autoliv United States
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$60 - $80/hr

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Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team

We are looking for a Cost Improvement / VEVA Specialist to drive value engineering initiatives across our Airbag Division. This strategic role will work closely with cross-functional teams throughout North America, supporting airbag manufacturing locations in Canada, US, and Mexico while helping achieve our direct material cost reduction targets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive cost reduction initiatives focused on direct materials and product value optimization.

  • Facilitate ideation and value engineering workshops to generate innovative savings opportunities.

  • Partner with Purchasing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Business Units to identify, evaluate, and implement cost-saving initiatives.

  • Build robust financial business cases to support project approvals and implementation.

  • Ability to learn ECAN and other VEVA applications to become subject matter expert on business tools to develop and validate savings opportunities.

  • Coordinate alignment among key stakeholders to successfully execute approved initiatives.

  • Support achievement of VEVA and SmartBOM objectives for the Airbag Division.

  • Support multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring timely execution and delivery of results.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Manufacturing, or a related field.

  • Experience in cost reduction, value engineering, program management, purchasing, product engineering, manufacturing, or a related function- Preferred.

  • Experience with airbag or automotive safety restrains- Preferred.

  • Ability to facilitate cross-functional workshops for ideas generation.

  • Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to build compelling business cases.

  • Experience preparing and delivering presentations to management and leadership teams.

  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

  • Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

  • Proficiency Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerBI.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment, enjoy influencing stakeholders, and have a passion for turning ideas into measurable business results, we'd love to hear from you.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

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