Principal Process Improvement Lead

• Lead PlanDoCheckAct (PDCA) and Lean Six Sigma initiatives across utility programs
• Evaluate current-state processes and design future-state workflows aligned with program objectives
• Facilitate root cause analysis and develop corrective action plans to address performance gaps

• Develop and maintain KPIs scorecards and performance dashboards
• Track process performance metrics such as cycle time error rates and rework volumes
• Support leadership with data-driven insights and improvement recommendations

• Support development and refinement of internal controls and standard work
• Ensure process documentation aligns with governance compliance and quality expectations
• Partner with quality teams to ensure corrective actions are properly implemented and validated

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement process improvements
• Support change management efforts to ensure adoption of new workflows
• Provide coaching and guidance on continuous improvement best practices

• Bachelors degree required (Engineering Business or related field preferred)

• 7 years of experience in process improvement operational excellence or continuous improvement roles
• Experience applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies in complex multi-stakeholder environments

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience facilitating process workshops and improvement initiatives
• Ability to translate data into actionable insights
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt strongly preferred
• Experience supporting regulated or utility environments

The salary range for this position is provided in good faith and is subject to variation based on geographic location candidate experience and market conditions. Final compensation will be determined after a comprehensive evaluation of the candidates qualifications and alignment with the role.

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This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and standards of the position but is not exhaustive. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties that are reasonably related to their role and consistent with company policies and applicable labor laws.

Employee welfare and development is important to us and we sponsor many activities outside of work to promote team building as well as sponsor formal training and certification. We are proud to offer a comprehensive health and welfare benefit package that includes:
HEALTH & WELL-BEING

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance

PEACE OF MIND

• Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Basic Life/AD&D
• 401(k) plan

WORK/LIFE BALANCE

• Paid Time Off
• Company Holidays
• Leave of Absence
• Flexible Work Schedules

ADDITIONAL PERKS

• Employee Referral Program
• Professional Development
• Charitable Contribution Match

Based in Walnut Creek CA with offices nationwide Celerity energy engineers perform a critical leadership role as strategic liaisons between data assets and the teams that make projects happen in the field.
See full details and meet our leadership team on our website: is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veterans status or other status protected by applicable law.
Pursuant to the Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

This position is open to individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unfortunately we are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.