Fabrication Process Engineer: Lean & Cost Optimizer

Specialty Distribution Group LLC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

QXO is seeking a Process Engineer to work closely with fabrication shops to drive cost and lead-time improvements. You will support pricing teams, maintain cost models, and implement manufacturing methods to enhance quality and efficiency.

Role requires a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering and 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, with insulation industry experience preferred. Local travel is expected; strong MS Office and ERP skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age minimum.
• Valid driver’s license if operating a Company Vehicle.
• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement experience preferred.
• Experience in insulation industry preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement process improvements with fabrication teams to optimize material and labor utilization.
• Maintain fabrication cost models and update standards with time and material studies.
• Collaborate with pricing and sales to develop project pricing and manage costs in the master database.
• Identify site capacity constraints and provide timely, practical solutions.
• Lead Kaizen events and apply Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce variability and improve efficiency.

Skills

MS Office

SXE ERP

AutoCAD

Visio

Arena/MPX

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related degree

Tools

ACAD

Visio

Arena/MPX

Job description

QXO is seeking a Process Engineer to work closely with fabrication shops to drive cost and lead-time improvements. You will support pricing teams, maintain cost models, and implement manufacturing methods to enhance quality and efficiency.

Role requires a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering and 5+ years in a manufacturing setting, with insulation industry experience preferred. Local travel is expected; strong MS Office and ERP skills are essential.