Industrial Engineer - Production Flow & Facility Optimization

About the role

Get closer to the product. Shape how submarines are built. Make an impact on America’s most advanced maritime programs. The Quonset Point Work Center Master Planning & Readiness Team is seeking motivated Systems and Industrial Engineers who want to work directly within the heart of submarine construction. This is a unique opportunity to join a high-energy team responsible for optimizing how we build Virginia (VA) and Columbia (CLB) class submarines.

Responsibilities

• Improve and optimize production flow throughout QP’s manufacturing areas.
• Build and refine work center layouts, module locations, and equipment placement.
• Analyze spatial requirements and ensure critical assets are sized and located for efficient submarine construction.
• Partner directly with Operations Management, Ship’s Management, Program Offices, Facilities Master Planning, and Strategic Sourcing.
• Lead and support projects that prepare the facility for future workload and new capabilities.
• Apply Lean and systems engineering principles to identify conflicts, streamline processes, and implement improvements.

This role offers hands-on exposure to the physical build of submarines — ideal for engineers who want to see their work directly influence the product. This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in a production, construction, or manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and project management skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and solid communication skills.
• Ability to identify issues, develop solutions, and act as a change agent.

Preferred

• Experience with work center design, factory flow, Lean, Kaizen, or Toyota Production System concepts.
• Knowledge of submarine construction or QP manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in MS Project, Visio, AutoCAD, Teamcenter/NX, or Artemis.

Skills

• Ability to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, networking ability, and business acumen

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Color Vision
• Crawling
• Kneeling
• Light Lifting
• Reaching
• Stooping
• Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Cold
• Dry
• Dusty
• Fumes
• Hot
• Inside
• Noise
• Oily
• Outside
• Wet

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Paid Training
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shift
• Career Advancement Opportunities