Manufacturing Engineer (Industrial Engineering)

ESI an MKS Brand; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ESI an MKS Brand is seeking an Industrial Engineering focused Manufacturing Engineer to design production layouts, conduct time studies, and drive process improvements. You will optimize capacity, analyze data, and develop SOPs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions.

The role emphasizes lean manufacturing, ergonomic considerations, and CAD-based layout design, with a focus on productivity and waste reduction in a dynamic factory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in Industrial Engineering or related.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, ergonomics, and process optimization.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for layout design.
• Analytical skills with data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design production floor layouts to optimize space and flow.
• Conduct time and motion studies to improve workflow and reduce bottlenecks.
• Analyze processes; recommend efficiency and quality improvements.
• Develop SOPs and work instructions.
• Apply lean/Six Sigma to reduce waste.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain.
• Support new product introduction with layouts and processes.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Lean manufacturing

Ergonomics

Data analysis

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Visio

ERP/MRP systems

FlexSim

Arena

Job description

The Industrial Engineering Engineer will be responsible for designing, analyzing, and optimizing production layouts to ensure efficient use of space, resources, and workflows. This role will also cover broader Industrial Engineering functions such as process improvement, productivity enhancement, and cost reduction initiatives.

We are looking for Manufacturing Engineer who can…

Production Layout & Optimization

• Design and implement efficient production floor layouts.
• Conduct time and motion studies to improve workflow and reduce bottlenecks.
• Optimize material flow, equipment placement, and workspace utilization.

Process Improvement

• Analyze existing processes and recommend improvements for efficiency and quality.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Apply lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste.

Capacity & Resource Planning

• Conduct capacity analysis to support production planning.
• Recommend manpower allocation and equipment utilization strategies.
• Support factory expansion or reconfiguration projects.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Collect and analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports and dashboards for management decision-making.
• Monitor KPIs such as productivity, cycle time, and space utilization.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams.
• Support new product introduction by designing layouts and processes.
• Provide technical guidance to supervisors and operators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience on Industrial Engineering role or related field.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, ergonomics, and process optimization.
• Proficiency in CAD tools for layout design (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Visio).
• Analytical skills with experience in data-driven decision-making.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with simulation software (e.g., FlexSim, Arena).
• Knowledge of Six Sigma or Kaizen methodologies.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Project management experience in manufacturing environments.