Automation Materials Industrial Engineer - Simulation & Lean

Insight Global; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA accounts

401k with employer matching

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 digital twin models. You will lead line-side delivery analysis, warehouse logistics, and automation integration across facilities.

You will apply Lean principles, PFEP, and data analytics to optimize labor, space, and equipment utilization, partnering with cross-functional teams to scale best practices enterprise-wide.

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 in manufacturing.
• Experience with automation technologies (AMRs, AGVs, robotics integration).
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, PFEP, and material flow optimization.
• Ability to analyze data, develop insights, and present recommendations to leadership.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Automation technologies

Lean manufacturing

PFEP

Material flow

Data analysis

Problem solving

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP/WMS

Digital twin

Job description

Insight Global is seeking an Automation Materials Industrial Engineer to advance manufacturing efficiency through material flow simulations and validation of digital twin models. You will lead line-side delivery analysis, warehouse logistics, and automation integration across facilities.

You will apply Lean principles, PFEP, and data analytics to optimize labor, space, and equipment utilization, partnering with cross-functional teams to scale best practices enterprise-wide.