Industrial Engineer – Continuous Improvement & Capital Projects

A growing industrial manufacturer is seeking an Industrial Engineer to support enterprise-wide operational improvement initiatives. This role is part of a strategic improvement team responsible for driving automation, enhancing workflows, and guiding long-term facility and process development. The Industrial Engineer will play a key role in executing capital projects, optimizing production systems, and supporting continuous improvement efforts across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

Lead capital and facility improvement projects from initial concept through full implementation, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Operations, Engineering, Facilities, and other departments to design and execute automation, layout, and process enhancement initiatives.
Conduct time studies, workflow analyses, and value stream mapping to identify inefficiencies and recommend data-driven improvements.
Support and lead Continuous Improvement (CI) activities using Lean, Six Sigma, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
Establish project structure through clear deliverables, performance metrics, schedules, and progress reporting.
Drive cross-departmental coordination to ensure systems, processes, and improvements are scalable and standardized.
Provide coaching and training on CI and Lean tools to strengthen team capabilities and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Serve in a hybrid role as project manager, technical resource, and problem solver depending on project scope and business needs.

Qualifications

Experience in industrial, manufacturing, or process engineering with hands-on involvement in capital projects and improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated success managing complex, cross-functional projects with limited supervision.
Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proficiency with design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD/Inventor, Excel, and Power BI; experience working within an ERP system preferred.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, PMP, or similar certification is a plus.
Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership abilities with a strong bias for action and collaboration.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off

Work Location: In person

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