Senior Industrial Engineer (Project 9/IB4) in Houston

Energy Jobline ZR
Houston, US
On-site

Job Description

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Summary

The Senior Industrial Engineer is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving productivity, reducing cost, and supporting scalable, high-quality production of advanced electronic products. This role partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Product Engineering teams to drive continuous improvement across high-mix, high-volume and/or NPI manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing Process Optimization

  • Lead analysis and improvement of manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, throughput, and quality.
  • Develop and maintain time studies, line balancing, capacity models, and labor standards.
  • Optimize factory layout, material flow, workstation design, and ergonomics.
  • Support automation and digital manufacturing initiatives (MES, data analytics, Industry 4.0).

Cost, Productivity & Capacity

  • Drive labor productivity improvements and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Support annual operating plans through capacity planning and headcount modeling.
  • Identify bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions to improve OEE and cycle time.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

  • Partner with Product Engineering and Operations during NPI to ensure manufacturability and scalability.
  • Support DFM/DFA reviews and production ramp readiness.
  • Define standard work and process documentation for new lines and products.

Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement

  • Analyze manufacturing data to identify trends, risks, and improvement opportunities.
  • Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives across production and support functions.
  • Establish KPIs and dashboards to monitor performance and drive accountability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Program Management teams.
  • Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.
  • Mentor junior engineers and technicians on industrial engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
  • 7+ years of experience in industrial engineering within electronics or high-tech manufacturing.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Experience with high-mix/high-volume electronics manufacturing (SMT, PCBA, systems integration ).
  • Proficiency in time studies, capacity planning, line balancing, and labor modeling.
  • Strong data analysis skills (Excel, Minitab, Power BI, or similar tools).

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering or MBA.
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt certification.
  • Experience supporting automation, robotics, or smart factory initiatives.
  • Familiarity with MES, ERP, and manufacturing analytics systems.
  • Experience in regulated or quality-critical environments (ISO, IPC, etc.).

Key Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Hands-on, data-driven mindset
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Comfortable working in fast-paced, changing environments

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Skills & Requirements

Technical Skills

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaMESERPmanufacturing analyticstime studiescapacity planningline balancinglabor modelingExcelMinitabPower BIanalyticalproblem-solvinginfluencecommunicationpresentationfast-pacedLean Six Sigma Black BeltLean Six Sigma Green BeltOil & GasRenewablesEngineeringPowerNuclearEVBatteryFusion

Salary

$150,000 - $250,000

year

Employment Type

FULL TIME

Level

senior

Posted

3/28/2026

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