Sr. Industrial Project Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Project Engineer to lead manufacturing process optimization and operational improvement initiatives within a large-scale production facility. This role serves as a technical and operational leader responsible for improving end-to-end material flow, optimizing production throughput, balancing workforce utilization, and driving Lean manufacturing initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize end-to-end material and manufacturing process flows across the production value stream.

• Lead value stream mapping activities and implement future-state improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

• Drive throughput improvements by reducing work-in-process (WIP), minimizing lead times, eliminating bottlenecks, and improving production flow.

• Monitor and improve key manufacturing performance metrics, including throughput, capacity utilization, on-time delivery, labor productivity, and operational efficiency.

• Develop and optimize staffing models, labor planning, and workforce utilization based on production demand and capacity requirements.

• Lead digital transformation initiatives, including production KPI digitization, workflow automation, and integration of autonomous robotics and AI-driven manufacturing solutions.

• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, improve decision-making, and recommend process improvements.

• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives using methodologies such as A3, DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, and waste elimination.

• Serve as the technical lead for assigned projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to deliver operational improvements and meet business objectives.

• Partner with Production, Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, Finance, and Manufacturing Engineering teams to align production execution with operational priorities.

• Develop project plans, manage timelines, track deliverables, and communicate project status to stakeholders.

• Support capacity planning, resource allocation, and manufacturing strategy to meet production goals.

• Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions through structured problem-solving and root cause analysis.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and data-driven decision-making throughout the organization.

Required Skills

• Core Competencies:

  • Capacity Planning & Manufacturing Resource Management

  • Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement

  • Value Stream Mapping

  • Production Flow Optimization

  • Throughput Improvement

  • Work-In-Process (WIP) Reduction

  • Labor Planning & Workforce Optimization

  • Manufacturing Process Improvement

  • Project Management

  • Operational Excellence

  • Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving

  • Data Analytics & Performance Metrics

  • Cross-Functional Leadership

  • Change Management

• Technical Skills:

  • Power Apps for workflow automation

  • Data analytics and manufacturing KPI reporting

  • Working knowledge of AI tools and digital manufacturing technologies

  • CAD software

  • MODAPTS certification or equivalent work measurement methodology

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Power BI, Teams)

  • Experience with manufacturing automation and robotics integration

Education & Experience

• Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.

  • 8+ years of industrial or manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

  • Proven experience leading manufacturing process improvement, capacity planning, and Lean initiatives.

  • Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects and driving operational improvements.

  • Experience using Lean Manufacturing methodologies, including Value Stream Mapping, A3, DMAIC, and continuous improvement tools.

  • Strong analytical and project management skills.

• Preferred:

  • Experience with digital manufacturing initiatives and Industry 4.0 technologies.

  • Experience implementing workflow automation using Power Apps.

  • Experience integrating robotics or autonomous manufacturing systems.

  • MODAPTS certification.

  • Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.