Industrial Design Engineer II

Southland Industries; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 50% company match (no cap)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Annual bonus program

Term life, AD&D insurance

Disability income protection

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays, vacation, and personal 

Training/professional development

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Southland Industries is seeking an Industrial Engineer DE-II to support our pre-fabrication manufacturing/assembly site for MEP systems. You will analyze production data, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical solutions to improve productivity and reduce waste.

The ideal candidate has 3–6 years in manufacturing engineering or related environments and will apply Lean/Six Sigma methods, collaborate across design and fabrication teams, and drive improvement initiatives at a 100%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• 3–6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, prefabrication, or construction-related environments.
• Experience with CAD/modeling tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, SketchUp) and BIM workflows is preferred.
• Excel and familiarity with ERP systems or production scheduling tools are preferred.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies experience.
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving and data‑driven decision-making abilities.
• Effective cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review project goals and identify opportunities to improve cost, schedule, quality, and labor efficiency in modular fabrication.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to support DfMA initiatives and align with project objectives.
• Collaborate with design and fabrication teams to apply DfMA principles.
• Conduct time studies and develop standard work processes to improve shop production and field installation efficiency.
• Analyze manufacturing workflows using lean principles; implement process improvements to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Partner with project managers, field superintendents, and procurement to ensure constructability and material readiness.
• Support manufacturing technologies and digital tools (e.g., BIM integration, CNC processes, material handling systems).
• Participate in QA/QC to ensure prefabricated assemblies meet quality standards.
• Assist planning and optimization of prefabrication shop layouts and work cells for efficient production flow.
• Track, analyze, and report operational metrics to support data-driven decisions.
• Lead small to mid-sized improvement projects and support cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SolidWorks

SketchUp

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer DE-II to support our pre-fabrication manufacturing/assembly site for MEP systems. In this role, you will contribute to process improvements, optimize manufacturing workflows, and help drive efficiency across operations. You will analyze production data, identify bottlenecks, and implement practical solutions to improve productivity and reduce waste.

The ideal candidate has experience applying industrial engineering principles in a manufacturing or construction environment and is comfortable working both independently and collaboratively. This role offers the opportunity to take ownership of improvement initiatives while continuing to develop technical and leadership skills.

Position Details

• Reviews project goals and contributes to identifying opportunities to improve cost, schedule, quality, and labor efficiency in modular fabrication.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to support Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) initiatives and ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Collaborates with design and fabrication teams to implement DfMA principles into project execution.
• Conducts time studies and develops standard work processes to improve shop production and field installation efficiency.
• Analyzes manufacturing workflows using lean principles; recommends and implements process improvements to reduce waste and increase productivity.
• Partners with project managers, field superintendents, and procurement teams to ensure constructability and material readiness.
• Supports and contributes to the development and implementation of manufacturing technologies and digital tools (e.g., BIM integration, CNC processes, material handling systems).
• Participates in QA/QC processes to ensure prefabricated assemblies meet quality standards.
• Assists with planning and optimizing prefabrication shop layouts and work cells for efficient production flow.
• Tracks, analyzes, and reports operational metrics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Leads small to mid-sized improvement projects and supports cross-functional initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (required).
• 3–6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, prefabrication, or construction-related environments.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and production workflows; experience in MEP systems, HVAC, or piping preferred.
• Understanding of construction project workflows and field installation considerations.
• Proficiency in at least one or more CAD/modeling tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, SolidWorks, SketchUp); familiarity with BIM workflows preferred.
• Experience with data analysis tools (Excel required; familiarity with ERP systems or production scheduling tools preferred).
• Practical experience applying lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills; ability to work cross-functionally with operations and project teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and take ownership of assigned projects.

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

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