Principal Management Engineer - Full time - Detroit

This job description provides an overview for a Principal Management Engineer role within the Henry Ford Health System's Transformation Consulting team. The position involves collaborating with senior leaders to drive transformative projects that deliver sustainable results, build organizational capabilities, and support continuous improvement across the health system. About The Team When you work with Henry Ford Health System (HFHS), you’re not just another employee, you are part of a community of experts dedicated to helping our patients and members and helping each other succeed. Working at Henry Ford is not just another job, it’s a way to do what you love and to be your best you! General Summary Under minimal supervision, the Principal Management Engineer performs project work of a complex nature across the health system. Project work may include technical analyses or may require facilitation of a large multi‑disciplinary group of senior administrators and/or medical leaders from across the health system. The Principal Management Engineer applies a variety of improvement methodologies (including design thinking, agile, advanced analytics, human factors engineering, Lean) and group management techniques to support individuals and teams through improvement initiatives. The Principal Management Engineer may work individually with key stakeholders or as lead consultant of a project team. This individual may develop and teach continuous improvement training and education and works closely with other TC team members to meet education needs at all levels throughout the institution. Responsibilities Develop a project scope document and project plan, including gathering of information, estimates of resources required, estimated timeline for completion, background, project objectives, description of proposed approach, deliverables, and a client communication plan. Identify core processes for end‑to‑end focus and apply the HFHS Model for Improvement, incorporating PI tools (Lean, Six Sigma, TOC, etc.) when appropriate. Clearly articulate value propositions and business cases to senior stakeholders across departments, enterprise, or external parties. Lead improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma and other problem‑solving methods. Lead the problem‑solving process and consistently employ and customize a combination of analytical, research, creative, facilitative approaches to target problems. Lead multiple complex projects and programs through the entire life cycle, including cross‑department projects; manage customer expectations and socialize ideas to gain buy‑in. Drive implementation of critical business metrics & ongoing end‑to‑end process reviews, including: Identify key processes and their indicators Establish baseline metrics Report through financial and business review process Develop and maximize improvement plans Provide expertise using basic change‑management tools and methods to ensure successful and sustainable implementation of improvements. Coach and mentor team members and process owners to use a defined PDCA improvement methodology, incorporating PI methods that ensure the use and appropriate interpretation of data for decision‑making. Adapt to meet changing client or project requirements. Serve as a proven storyteller, tailoring communication and presentation to the appropriate audience. Conduct written and oral project updates for senior management and other leaders. Guide and coach leaders on communication approaches, providing insight and feedback on presentation style and tailoring messages. Actively seek self‑improvement opportunities through self‑awareness and feedback. Develop skills to assist departments and business units in identifying, planning and implementing improvement initiatives aligned to system goals. Encourage and participate in team building activities to foster innovation, communication, collaboration, and productivity. Participate and deliver training programs, share expertise in informal sessions. Participate in talent strategy and succession planning when asked by leadership. Develop stakeholder maps for complex projects, identify decision makers and influencers, and focus on relationship building. Build trusted partnerships through credibility, reliability, connection, and presence that promote collaboration, issue resolution, and innovation. Collaborate effectively with various levels in the organization and with external parties such as vendors. Incorporate HFHS Mission and citizenship behaviors into daily activities and display a positive can‑do attitude. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required. A degree in industrial or related engineering, nursing, business administration (with quality/operations improvement emphasis), healthcare administration (with quality/operations improvement emphasis), organizational development, human factors, or a science degree in a related field is preferred. Minimum of four (4) years of experience required; equivalent industry training and experience preferred. Ability to manage simultaneous assignments with potentially conflicting priorities and deadlines. Ability to be flexible and adaptable while still meeting goals and due dates. Experience applying problem‑solving approaches. Strong analytical/technical facilitative and process improvement knowledge. Strong knowledge of effective data gathering techniques.Ability to thrive in a matrixed working environment. Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS’ Customer Service Policy. Must practice the customer skills provided through ongoing training and in‑services. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Additional Information Organization: Corporate Services Department: Amb Ascension Registration Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable #J-18808-Ljbffr Henry Ford Health