Industrial Engineer Supporting Novara, Italy
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as a Senior Industrial Engineer in Novara, Italy.
Who we are
FedEx is the largest express transportation company in the world, connecting more than 220 countries and territories. We work every moment to deliver the most important package of someone’s day. Our team of passionate people know their day-to‑day work is invaluable in delivering outstanding experience to our customers. With 53,000 team members, we are as diverse as the world we serve.
What you will be doing
- Performs diverse assigned engineering responsibilities across multiple operational locations. Identifies the need for and undertakes engineering initiatives supporting local operational goals.
- Provides technical expertise and ongoing support to cross‑functional project teams as required.
- Utilises modelling tools to translate volumes and assumptions into accurate and realistic resource and productivity plans.
- Determines operational targets and uses established methods and best practices to model operations.
- Participates in the development of strategic plans by acting as the key subject‑matter expert for a specific operational area.
- Communicates new processes to management ensuring understanding and implementation support.
- Utilises all available sources to keep abreast of new and changing technologies and methodologies in the marketplace related to own area of responsibility.
- Conducts independent audits focusing on defined areas and/or participates in audit project teams focusing on specific operational areas or locations.
- Act as a subject‑matter expert to senior management in operations planning and engineering.
- Leads and undertakes specific specialised studies.
What you bring with you
- Degree or professional qualification in Industrial Engineering (preferred) or a quantitative discipline.
- In‑depth knowledge of the transportation industry.
- Experience using work‑measurement tools and labour modelling.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
- Creative thinker with the ability to optimise operational processes.
- Develops solutions to operational business challenges.
- Understanding of our business environment, development of strategies, and translation into business solutions.
- Defines and develops engineered business plans for specific location(s).
- Ability to work effectively with diverse cultures and nationalities.
- Experience presenting and recommending scenarios to management.
- Translates technical information and model outputs into user‑friendly language and format.
- Experience utilising relevant software tools (e.g., Excel, Word, MS Project, Power BI, PowerPoint) to translate business needs into computerised simulations.
- Utilises analytical concepts and tools.
- Plans processes and implements procedures.
- Develops financial justifications for labour and equipment.
- Analytical thinker with a creative and pragmatic approach to problem solving.
- Results‑oriented, flexible approach to work, willingness to travel, and able to work all production shifts (overnight, early morning).
What we offer
- Attractive compensation package.
- Training to get you started and on‑the‑job learning opportunities.
- Extensive learning resources to further develop your skills and knowledge.
- Tuition Assistance Program (applicable for FedEx positions with a permanent contract).
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family in difficult life situations.
- Employee reduced‑rate shipping.
- Great career opportunities.
- FedEx is one of the world’s most admired companies and trusted brands year after year.
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FedEx was built on a philosophy that puts people first, one we take seriously. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce in which we provide growth opportunities for all.