Senior Industrial Engineer
Plug Power · Albany, NY · 2 wk ago
Management$92k–$138k/yrFull-time
Core Duties And Responsibilities
- Serve as a subject matter expert on Plug Power's end-to-end manufacturing operations, including production workflows, capacity strategy, cost structure, material handling systems, and long-term scalability requirements
- Lead the strategic design and optimization of facility layouts, production systems, and material flow paths to support current operations and future growth
- Own enterprise-level capacity planning models and labor standards programs, providing actionable insights to Operations leadership and cross-functional partners
- Identify, prioritize, and lead high-impact continuous improvement initiatives using advanced Lean-Sigma methodologies; establish metrics and governance to sustain gains over time
- Drive the development and standardization of manufacturing SOPs, work instructions, and engineering documentation across multiple product lines or facilities
- Lead capital investment analyses, business case development, and ROI justifications for major equipment, tooling, and facility improvement projects
- Partner with senior leadership across Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and Product Engineering to align on operational priorities and influence strategic decision-making
- Represent the Industrial Engineering function in cross-functional project teams, design reviews, and leadership presentations
- Stay current on emerging industrial engineering tools, technologies, and industry best practices; introduce and pilot new methodologies where appropriate
- Perform all other duties as assigned
Education And Experience
- BS in Industrial Engineering or a STEM-related discipline required; MS strongly preferred
- 7+ years' experience in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering, with demonstrated progression of responsibility
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD or similar layout/simulation tools required
- Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems required; experience with simulation or digital twin tools a plus
- Leverage Lean or Six Sigma certification (Black Belt or higher) strongly preferred
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects and influence without direct authority
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with experience presenting to senior leadership
- Strong business acumen with ability to connect engineering decisions to financial and operational outcomes
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently and drive results in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering diagrams, process flow charts, facility layouts, and financial models
Pay
Pay Rate $92,300.00 - $138,400.00
Benefits
We offer a fantastic total rewards package at Plug, and a brief summary is below:
- Base salary is determined on a number of factors including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. These factors are considered when making an offer of employment.
- If there is an applicable geographic differential, a member of the HR team can discuss that with you.
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance eligibility starting from the first day of hire
- 401(k) with 5% company match
- Bonus eligibility
- Paid time off including vacation, personal and sick time
- Paid Holidays
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Potential to apply for Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral program
- Employee Assistance Program