Automation Materials Engineer: Simulation & Lean

Insight Global; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA

FSA

DCFSA

401k with employer matching

Paid sick leave / paid time off

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Materials Industrial Engineer to advance manufacturing efficiency through material flow simulations and validation of delivery strategies. The role focuses on developing best practices and scalable solutions across facilities with a strong emphasis on data-driven improvement.

The candidate will use simulation tools and LEAN principles to optimize labor, equipment, and space, while guiding automation integration (AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, robotics) and digital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field; Masters preferred.
• 3–7 years in industrial engineering or material simulation in manufacturing.
• Proficient with simulation tools such as Siemens Plant Simulation, FlexSim, AutoMod, AnyLogic.
• Strong understanding of Lean, PFEP, and material flow optimization.
• Ability to analyze data, derive insights, and present to leadership.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience with automation technologies (AMRs, AGVs, robotics integration).
• Knowledge of ERP/WMS systems and digital twin applications.
• Experience in a Center of Excellence or global standards role.

Responsibilities

• Lead material flow simulations to evaluate line-side delivery, warehouse logistics, and automated material handling.
• Develop and validate discrete-event simulation models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization.
• Partner with operations and engineering teams to ensure scalability and sustainability of material flow strategies.
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and ergonomic assessments to identify improvement opportunities.
• Create and maintain standard processes, metrics, and best practices for deployment across multiple facilities.
• Provide technical guidance on the integration of automation (AMVs/AGVs, conveyors, robotics) into plant operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 practices.

Skills

Simulation tools expertise

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Automation tech

ERP/WMS knowledge

Center of Excellence experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Siemens Plant Simulation

FlexSim

AutoMod

AnyLogic

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Materials Industrial Engineer to advance manufacturing efficiency through material flow simulations and validation of delivery strategies. The role focuses on developing best practices and scalable solutions across facilities with a strong emphasis on data-driven improvement.

The candidate will use simulation tools and LEAN principles to optimize labor, equipment, and space, while guiding automation integration (AMRs, AGVs, conveyors, robotics) and digital