Process Engineer

Process EngineerLocation: Austin, TX (Hybrid)Six Sigma Black Belt CertificateTexas Department of Public Safety requires the services of 1 Process Improvement Manager 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Process Improvement Manager 3, Information Technology Services Management (ITSM Operations) and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Department of Public Safety. All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Department of Public Safety and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law.Texas Department of Public Safety will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s). TXDPS is seeking a seasoned process engineering professional to assist in evaluating and improving existing business processes. As part of ongoing operational excellence and digital transformation efforts, we require support in analyzing current state workflows, identifying inefficiencies, and creating actionable plans to enhance functionality, throughput, and end-user satisfaction.The contractor will be responsible for:Translate optimized processes into functional and non-functional specifications for a new modular or low-code technology solution.Work with product teams to ensure process requirements are reflected in the design and architecture of new tools.Conducting an end-to-end review of selected business processes across designated departments or functional areas.Engaging stakeholders to gather insights on process pain points, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.Documenting "As-Is" workflows and analyzing them using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.Designing optimized "To-Be" workflows and transition plans.Providing data-driven recommendations to improve process efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance functionality.Establishing metrics to track improvements and ROI.Facilitating working sessions, process mapping workshops, and training as needed.Collaborating with IT and operations teams to align process improvement plans with system capabilities.Supporting the development of implementation roadmaps and change management strategies.Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.8 - Required - Process engineering, operations optimization, or business process improvement5 - Required - Evaluating current state processes and optimizing processes1 - Required - Specifying software system requirements to design improved solutions1 - Required - Six Sigma Black Belt certification1 - Required - Proven track record of leading process transformation initiatives in large organizations1 - Required - Proficiency in process modeling tools (e.g., Visio etc.)1 - Required - Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills1 - Required - Experience with operational metrics, workflow optimization, and cross-functional team collaboration1 - Preferred - Experience in regulated or government environments1 - Preferred - Familiarity with process automation or low-code tools1 - Preferred - Lean certificationServices are expected to start 09/01/2026 and are expected to complete by 08/31/2027. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.