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Sr. Industrial Project Engineer

Pontiac, IL, US • Posted 4 hours ago • Updated 4 hours ago

Full Time

On-site

USD $85,000.00 - 90,000.00 per year

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Skills

Innovation
Process Optimization
Collaboration
Process Flow
Productivity
Operational Efficiency
Recruiting
IT Management
Supply Chain Management
Quality Management
Finance
Resource Allocation
Decision-making
Resource Management
Work In Process
Operational Excellence
Root Cause Analysis
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Performance Metrics
Leadership
Change Management
Data Analysis
KPI
Reporting
Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Process Simulation
Optimization
Systems Analysis
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Improvement
Capacity Management
Lean Methodology
Management
Lean Manufacturing
Value Stream Mapping
DMAIC
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Skill
Project Management
Workflow
Robotics
Manufacturing
Six Sigma

Innovation
Process Optimization
Collaboration
Process Flow
Productivity
Operational Efficiency
Recruiting
IT Management
Supply Chain Management
Quality Management
Finance
Resource Allocation
Decision-making
Resource Management
Work In Process
Operational Excellence
Root Cause Analysis
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Performance Metrics
Leadership
Change Management
Data Analysis
KPI
Reporting
Artificial Intelligence
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Power BI
Process Simulation
Optimization
Systems Analysis
Industrial Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Manufacturing Engineering
Process Improvement
Capacity Management
Lean Methodology
Management
Lean Manufacturing
Value Stream Mapping
DMAIC
Continuous Improvement
Analytical Skill
Project Management
Workflow
Robotics
Manufacturing
Six Sigma

Summary

Job Description

ARi, headquartered in East Peoria, IL, USA, is a rapidly expanding global engineering enterprise. The essence of our "i" symbolizes our distinctiveness from competitors an embodiment of innovation, intelligence, ingenuity, and insight. Boasting a diverse team of over 1,500 engineering experts hailing from various nations and cultures across the globe, we are excellently poised to provide intricate and personalized resolutions to our esteemed clients.

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. While this is an individual contributor role with no direct reports, it requires strong project leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to influence teams to achieve operational excellence.

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

Preferred Skills

Manufacturing digital transformation
Workflow automation
Robotics integration
Process simulation and optimization
Production systems analysis

Education & Experience
Required

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related Engineering discipline.
8-10 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.

Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Dice Id: RTX19a8ce
Position Id: 826b8d435af2ed1274f76dbd246bf53d
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