Senior Industrial/Productivity Engineer

Senior Industrial/Productivity Engineer (AME)

The Senior Automotive Industrial Productivity Engineer is responsible for leading productivity improvement initiatives across automotive manufacturing operations. This role focuses on optimizing production efficiency, reducing costs, implementing automation, and driving continuous improvement strategies. The Senior Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure operational excellence while maintaining high-quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement advanced productivity strategies to enhance manufacturing efficiency and reduce waste.
• Lead process optimization projects using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 methodologies.
• Identify and drive automation opportunities, including robotics and smart manufacturing solutions.
• Conduct in-depth data analysis, time studies, and capacity planning to optimize resource utilization.
• Define and monitor KPIs such as OEE, cycle times, labor efficiency, and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with leadership, production, maintenance, and quality teams to improve overall plant performance.
• Oversee plant layout changes, equipment upgrades, and implementation of new production technologies.
• Standardize work procedures and develop best practices to ensure consistency across multiple production lines.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on process improvement methodologies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, company policies, and industry best practices.
• Drive change management initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 7+ years in industrial engineering, manufacturing optimization, or process improvement within the automotive industry.
• Strong expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proven experience with automation, robotics, and smart manufacturing technologies.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD software, manufacturing simulation tools, and data analytics.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.
• Experience with budgeting, cost analysis, and ROI calculations for capital improvement projects.
• Familiarity with ERP and MES systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) for manufacturing data analysis.

Preferred Certifications:

• Six Sigma Black Belt certification.
• Lean Manufacturing Certification.
• Certified Industrial Engineer (CIE) or Project Management Professional (PMP).