Automation Materials Engineer | Simulation & Lean Ops

Insight Global; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA options

FSA options

DCFSA options

401k with employer match

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Materials Industrial Engineer with expertise in material simulation to advance manufacturing efficiency, validate material flow strategies, and develop best practices for scalable deployment across the enterprise.

You will lead material flow simulations, develop discrete-event models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization, and collaborate with operations and engineering to ensure scalability and sustainability of strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (Masters preferred).
• 3–7 years of experience in industrial engineering or material simulation within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as Siemens Plant Simulation, FlexSim, AutoMod, AnyLogic, or similar
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, PFEP (Plan for Every Part), and material flow optimization
• Proven ability to analyze data, develop insights, and present recommendations to leadership
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Experience with automation technologies (AMRs, AGVs, robotics integration)
• Knowledge of ERP/WMS systems and digital twin applications
• Prior experience working 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 solutions.
• 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 (AGVs/AMRs, conveyors, robotics) into plant operations.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with lean manufacturing and Industry 4.0 practices.

Skills

Material flow analysis

Data analysis

Industrial engineering

Ergonomics

Education

Bachelor’s in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Masters preferred

Tools

Siemens Plant Simulation

FlexSim

AutoMod

AnyLogic

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Materials Industrial Engineer with expertise in material simulation to advance manufacturing efficiency, validate material flow strategies, and develop best practices for scalable deployment across the enterprise.

You will lead material flow simulations, develop discrete-event models to optimize labor, equipment, and space utilization, and collaborate with operations and engineering to ensure scalability and sustainability of strategies.