Senior Industrial Engineer (Solution Design)

Fulfillment IQ

Toronto

Hybrid

CAD 120,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage
Paid time off
Retirement contributions
Learning budget
Remote and hybrid options
Equipment allowances and ESOP

Job summary

Fulfillment IQ is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer (Solution Design) in Toronto to shape complex, scalable warehouse and logistics systems. You will translate real-world operations into structured models and reusable design frameworks that power next‑gen solution design systems.

The role blends industrial engineering, product development, and computational modeling, demanding ownership in ambiguous, early‑stage environments. Expect high‑impact work with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years of industrial engineering experience in warehouse, logistics, or 3PL environments.
  • Hands-on experience designing warehouse layouts, staffing models, and process flows.
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations (inbound, outbound, storage, fulfillment).
  • Experience with labor modeling, productivity drivers, and equipment selection.
  • Ability to translate real-world systems into structured logic and models.
  • Familiarity with spreadsheet-driven modeling approaches.
  • Exposure to analytical tools (SQL, Python, neo4j) is preferred.
  • Experience in consulting, solution design, or operational engineering environments.

Responsibilities

  • Design end-to-end warehouse and logistics systems.
  • Break down workflows into structured components (processes, constraints, decision points).
  • Translate ambiguous requirements into model-ready problem definitions.
  • Convert operational know-how into structured frameworks, rules, and parameters.
  • Define and refine process assumptions (time standards, throughput, resource utilization).
  • Create reusable representations of system components such as labor models and equipment choices.
  • Work with product and engineering teams to translate domain logic into scalable systems.
  • Define trade-offs (cost, service, space, throughput) in models.
  • Support development of systems that evaluate multiple design scenarios.
  • Validate outputs against real-world feasibility and refine accordingly.

Skills

5-10+ years of industrial engineering
Warehouse layout design
Labor modeling
Analytical skills
SQL
Python
Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or related field

Tools

SQL
Python
neo4j
AnyLogic
FlexSim

Job description

  • Key system inputs
General Information:
Job Title:

Senior Industrial Engineer (Solution Design)

Location:

Toronto, ON (Onsite/Hybrid)

Job Type:

Full-Time

Hiring Timeline:

Immediate

Existing Vacancy:

Yes

Application Deadline:

Open until Filled

Reporting Line:

Director of Product Strategy

Travel Expectations:

0-10%

Salary Range:

$120K - $135K CAD per year (negotiable)

About Fulfillment IQ (FIQ):

Fulfillment IQ is a supply chain engineering and transformation company that helps brands, retailers, and 3PLs design, build, and scale high-performance logistics operations. We work at the intersection of strategy, operations, and technology where we solve complex, real-world problems across warehouse design, automation, order management, transportation, and end-to-end supply chain execution. Our teams combine deep domain expertise with strong technical capability, delivering outcomes through consulting, systems implementation, and proprietary platforms that accelerate time-to-value and reduce delivery risk. If you enjoy working in complex environments, partnering closely with clients, and seeing your work make a tangible impact on how global commerce moves, this is the place where your skills and judgment truly come to life.

Role Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Industrial Engineer (Solution Design) who can go beyond traditional warehouse design and help shape how complex operational systems are defined, modeled, and scaled. This role sits at the intersection of industrial engineering, product development, and computational modeling. You will not only design warehouse solutions but also play a key role in structuring and standardizing design logic into reusable frameworks that power next-generation solution design systems. You'll have the opportunity to influence how system design evolves—moving from one-off solutions to scalable, repeatable approaches. This is a high-ownership role, ideal for someone who enjoys working in ambiguous, early-stage environments and building from first principles.

Mandate:
  • Translate real-world warehouse design into structured logic
  • Build reusable domain models for system design
  • Bridge operations with product and computational systems
Must Have:
  • 5-10+ years of industrial engineering experience in warehouse, logistics, or 3PL environments
  • Hands-on experience designing warehouse layouts, staffing models, and process flows
  • Strong understanding of warehouse operations (inbound, outbound, storage, fulfillment)
  • Experience with labor modeling, productivity drivers, and equipment selection
  • Ability to translate real-world systems into structured logic and models
  • Familiarity with spreadsheet-driven modeling approaches
  • Exposure to analytical tools (SQL, Python, neo4j) is preferred
  • Experience in consulting, solution design, or operational engineering environments
Nice to Have:
  • Experience with simulation tools (AnyLogic, FlexSim, Simio, Arena, etc.)
  • Exposure to automation technologies (AS/RS, robotics, conveyors)
  • Experience working with optimization or decision-support models
  • Prior involvement in building tools, frameworks, or reusable design methodologies
Key Responsibilities:
System Design & Problem Structuring
  • Design end-to-end warehouse and logistics systems
  • Break down workflows into structured components (processes, constraints, decision points)
  • Translate ambiguous requirements into model-ready problem definitions
Domain Modeling & Knowledge Structuring
  • Convert operational know-how into structured frameworks, rules, and parameters
  • Define and refine process assumptions (time standards, throughput, resource utilization)
Create reusable representations of system components, such as:
  • Labor and staffing models
  • Equipment and infrastructure choices
  • Space and flow design principles
Product & Modeling Collaboration
  • Work with product and engineering teams to translate domain logic into scalable systems
  • Define how trade-offs (cost, service, space, throughput) are represented in models
  • Support the development of systems that evaluate multiple design scenarios
Validation & Continuous Improvement
  • Validate system outputs against real-world feasibility
  • Identify gaps between models and execution
  • Continuously refine system logic based on feedback
Qualifications & Skills:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • Experience in consulting, solution design, or operational engineering environments is highly valued
  • Proven experience working as a Solutions Engineer or Industrial Engineer within large-scale 3PL, logistics, or supply chain organizations (senior-level experience preferred)
  • Strong understanding of warehouse design, operational workflows, and end-to-end solutioning in logistics environments
  • Ability to translate operational requirements into structured models and scalable design frameworks
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
What Success Looks Like in the First 90 Days:
30 Days In: Understand & Deconstruct the Problem
  • Build a deep understanding of how warehouse design is currently done (internally and across design partners)
  • Clearly map the end-to-end solution design process (demand → process → labor → space → cost)
  • Identify and document key inputs, assumptions, and decision drivers used in real-world designs
Begin structuring core components such as:
  • Process time standards
  • Labor modeling logic
  • Equipment and facility constraints
  • Establish strong working cadence with Product, Engineering, and the Chief Scientist
60 Days In: Structure & Encode Core Logic
  • Translate real-world design thinking into structured frameworks and reusable logic
Build initial versions of:
  • Process and throughput models
  • Staffing and labor assumptions
  • Equipment and space allocation rules
  • Contribute to defining:
  • Key system inputs
  • Constraints and boundaries
  • Decision variables that drive design outcomes
  • Start testing structured logic against historical RFPs or known designs
90 Days In: Validate & Enable the System
  • Deliver a usable domain foundation that supports the scenario engine and early modeling efforts
  • Validate system outputs against real-world designs and identify gaps or inaccuracies
  • Refine assumptions and logic based on feedback from internal teams and design partners
  • Enable the system to produce credible, defensible design outputs for initial use cases
  • Establish a repeatable approach for continuously improving and expanding the model
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
  • Quality and scalability of design frameworks
  • Accuracy of system-generated outputs vs real-world designs
  • Contribution to domain modeling and system logic
  • Cross-functional collaboration with product and engineering
  • Impact on solution design efficiency and repeatability
Why You'll Love Working Here:

At Fulfillment IQ, we don't just build supply chain solutions. We build careers, friendships, and unforgettable experiences. We believe in giving our senior technical leaders real ownership, real influence, and the opportunity to shape platforms that power real-world logistics operations. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. Here's what makes working with us a rewarding experience:

Work That Matters

Build systems that directly impact global commerce and supply chain performance.

Career Growth That Matters

We invest in mentorship, leadership development, learning budgets, and long-term career growth.

Flexibility to Thrive

We support remote and hybrid work models by offering multiple office locations to help you perform at your best.

We Celebrate You

From team wins to work anniversaries, we recognize impact, celebrate milestones and reward performance.

A Collaborative Culture

Work alongside talented engineers, product leaders, and award-winning domain experts who value ownership, transparency, and high standards.

Perks you'll appreciate:
  • Employee Health: Comprehensive health and dental coverage for you and your family
  • Time Off: Competitive paid time off and flexible leave policies
  • Retirement: Retirement savings programs and employer contributions
  • Professional Growth: Dedicated learning and development budget
  • Flexible Work: Remote and hybrid work options
  • Perks: Equipment allowances, internet reimbursements, business travel coverage, and employee stock options (ESOP), where applicable.
  • Community Engagement: Team events, meetups, and company offsites
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Hiring:

FIQ uses artificial intelligence to assist in the screening, assessment, and shortlisting of applications for this position, including features within our applicant tracking system. AI supports human reviewers and does not make hiring decisions on its own. Final hiring decisions are made by FIQ personnel. If you have questions about how AI is used in this process, contact hr@fulfillmentiq.com.

Accommodations:

FIQ is committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Consistent with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations are available on request at any stage of recruitment and assessment. Contact hr@fulfillmentiq.com and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Candidate Privacy:

Your personal information is collected and used for recruitment purposes in accordance with FIQ's Candidate Privacy Notice, available here, and in accordance with applicable Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA). This includes the use of AI-assisted screening described above and cross-border storage or processing that may occur in the United States. By applying, you acknowledge this notice. Questions: hr@fulfillmentiq.com.

Equal Opportunity:

Fulfillment IQ is a people-first company built on trust, collaboration, and ownership. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any ground protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or disability.

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fulfillmentiq.com

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