Industrial Engineer job description

Job brief

We are looking for an analytical Industrial Engineer to join our operations team and drive continuous improvement across our manufacturing facilities. You will play a critical role in designing scalable production layouts, reducing cycle times, and optimizing resource utilization for our high-volume mechanical product lines. This position offers the opportunity to lead cross-functional projects that directly impact our bottom line and long-term production reliability. If you are passionate about process engineering, data-driven problem solving, and building efficient workflows, we would love to have you on our team.

What is a Industrial Engineer?

An Industrial Engineer is a systems optimization expert focused on maximizing efficiency, quality, and safety within production and manufacturing environments. By applying advanced mathematical modeling, ergonomic principles, and data analysis, an Industrial Engineer identifies bottlenecks and waste within supply chains and factory floors. This role is fundamental to organizational success, as the Industrial Engineer bridges the gap between engineering design and practical, cost-effective execution, ensuring that mechanical systems and workflows are aligned with business production goals.

What does a Industrial Engineer do?

On a typical day, an Industrial Engineer analyzes production line performance using tools like Minitab or Arena simulation software to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies. They develop detailed time studies, map value streams, and collaborate with maintenance technicians and floor managers to implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies. By creating precise AutoCAD layouts and reviewing Bills of Materials (BOMs), the Industrial Engineer ensures that machinery and labor resources are perfectly synchronized to hit output targets and maintain high safety compliance standards.

Key responsibilities

• Design and optimize production workflows by conducting time and motion studies to reduce throughput time and labor costs.
• Utilize AutoCAD or SolidWorks to develop detailed facility layouts that improve material flow and operational safety.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to reduce scrap rates and eliminate waste in the manufacturing process.
• Analyze complex operational data sets using statistical software like Minitab to identify root causes of production bottlenecks.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistent quality and safety compliance across all production lines.
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to evaluate vendor equipment and ensure alignment with facility capacity requirements.
• Perform capacity planning and workforce scheduling analysis to ensure optimal resource utilization during peak production cycles.
• Lead cross-functional teams in the execution of facility upgrades, equipment installations, and site-wide process improvement projects.

Requirements and skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related quantitative field.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for facility layout and equipment design documentation.
• Proven experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt methodologies in a factory setting.
• Strong technical grasp of GD&T standards and the ability to interpret complex mechanical engineering drawings.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle NetSuite, or Microsoft Dynamics for inventory and production tracking.
• Demonstrated ability to perform statistical data analysis using Minitab, SPSS, or advanced Excel modeling.
• Professional certification such as an EIT (Engineer in Training) or PMP (Project Management Professional) is highly preferred.
• Ability to present technical process improvement findings clearly to plant management and diverse cross-functional stakeholders.

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