Ingeniero de Optimización de Sistemas de Producción (Remoto)

Placements24; Mexicali; Hybrid; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Systems Optimization Engineer to join our client’s team remotely, focusing on improving production systems across locations with emphasis on Mexicali, Baja California. You will apply data-driven methods to boost throughput and reduce costs.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters/PhD in a quantitative field and at least 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, simulation, and lean manufacturing. This is a fully remote opportunity with global impact.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in production systems optimization, process engineering, or operations research.
• Expertise in mathematical modeling, simulation, and statistical analysis.
• Experience with Arena, AnyLogic, and optimization solvers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Lean manufacturing and discrete event simulation knowledge.
• Excellent communication and ability to collaborate remotely.

Responsibilities

• Analyze complex production systems to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and optimization opportunities.
• Develop data-driven strategies to improve process flow, resource utilization, and throughput.
• Design, model, and simulate production processes to evaluate improvements before implementation.
• Use statistical methods and data analytics to interpret performance data and identify trends.
• Collaborate with on-site and remote teams, including Mexicali operations, to implement solutions.
• Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures for optimized production systems.
• Lead projects to adopt new technologies and methodologies to enhance efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance to remote and on-site teams.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Discrete event simulation

Statistical analysis

Lean manufacturing

Remote collaboration

Data visualization

Education

Master's or PhD in Industrial Engineering or Operations Research

Tools

Arena

AnyLogic

Optimization solvers

Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Production Systems Optimization Engineer to join their team remotely. This role is crucial for enhancing the efficiency, throughput, and overall performance of production systems across multiple locations, with a significant focus on operations in Mexicali, Baja California . You will leverage advanced analytical techniques and process engineering expertise to identify bottlenecks, design solutions, and implement improvements that drive significant gains in productivity and cost savings. This is a fully remote position for a self-driven professional.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze complex production systems to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for optimization.
• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to improve process flow, resource utilization, and throughput.
• Design, model, and simulate production processes to evaluate potential improvements before implementation.
• Utilize advanced statistical methods and data analytics tools to interpret performance data and identify trends.
• Collaborate with on-site engineering and operations teams at various locations, including Mexicali , to implement and validate optimization solutions.
• Develop and document best practices and standard operating procedures for optimized production systems.
• Lead projects focused on implementing new technologies and methodologies to enhance production efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and support to remote and on-site teams involved in production operations.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on system performance, identified issues, and proposed solutions.
• Stay current with industry advancements in production systems, automation, and optimization techniques.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in production systems optimization, process engineering, or operations research.
• Expertise in mathematical modeling, simulation, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency with simulation software (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic) and optimization solvers.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to tackle complex operational challenges.
• Excellent understanding of lean manufacturing principles and discrete event simulation.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate remotely.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects concurrently in a remote setting.
• Experience with large-scale manufacturing environments is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with data visualization tools.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, generous paid time off, and opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. You will have the flexibility to work from home while making a significant impact on our client's production systems, supporting key operations such as those in Mexicali, Baja California , and other global sites.