Industrial Engineer

Trench Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Bonus potential

Paid time off

Job summary

Trench Group is seeking motivated engineering professionals for their new manufacturing facility in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves optimizing production processes, implementing lean principles, and ensuring operational excellence.

The ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering along with 3 to 7 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include designing workstations, supporting continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities await those looking to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in industrial engineering or manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement production workstations per lean principles.
• Conduct manufacturability analyses for new products.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and projects.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process Improvement

Data Analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

HSP US: Building the Future of Energy

At HSP US, we’re looking for motivated, goal-oriented engineering professionals who want to grow their careers while contributing to high-impact work in the energy sector. If you’re energized by technical problem-solving, customer collaboration, and creating tailored engineering solutions, this role is for you. HSP US is embarking on an exciting new chapter as we prepare to launch a brand-new greenfield manufacturing facility in the United States. This is a rare opportunity to join a founding team and help build a world‑class operation from the ground up. From shaping processes and systems to influencing culture and driving operational excellence, your contributions will have a lasting impact on the future of our business. As a fast‑growing organization, we are investing in state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing capabilities, innovative technologies, and a high‑performance culture centered around quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Joining HSP US means more than taking on a new role; it means helping create the foundation of a facility, a team, and a business that will power the energy infrastructure of tomorrow. If you’re looking for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, accelerate your professional growth, and be part of something truly transformative from day one, we invite you to join us on this journey.

What We Are Looking For!

Industrial Engineering & Work Planning

• Design and implementation of production workstations in accordance with lean principles.
• Development and maintenance of assembly and production routings for new products and product variants based on bills of materials and technical drawings.
• Conducting manufacturability, feasibility, and process capability analyses considering technical, ergonomic, and organizational constraints.
• Creation, validation, and continuous improvement of standardized work instructions for manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Coordination and implementation of engineering changes affecting parts, processes, and layouts in collaboration with relevant functions.
• Support of pilot builds, ramp‑up phases, and industrialization activities, including root cause analysis of deviations.
• Direct shop floor support to resolve process deviations and ensure stable production processes.
• Continuous optimization and update of work plans and process documentation based on change management and improvement initiatives.
• Maintenance of process and work planning data within relevant production and documentation systems.

Layout, Tooling & Ergonomics (Lean Work Design)

• Design and development of tools, fixtures, and aids to support ergonomically optimized and waste‑free workstations.
• Participation in the selection, procurement, and commissioning of production equipment and tools, including supplier coordination.
• Identification of ergonomic risks and development of corrective measures aligned with ergonomic and occupational standards.
• Support of standardized workstation design and lean layout concepts.

Time Management & Standard Data

• Planning, execution, and evaluation of time studies in accordance with defined industrial engineering and industrial standards.
• Analysis, documentation, and validation of standard times and process data.
• Coordination and alignment of time study results with technical departments and employee representatives.
• Identification of deviations between target and actual times and derivation of improvement actions.
• Integration of validated standard time data into production planning and control systems.

Continuous Improvement & Projects

• Participation in continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives (Lean, Operational Excellence, EHS).
• Contribution to cross‑functional industrial engineering and improvement projects.
• Support of additional time studies and process analyses as required.

What You Will Bring!

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline; advanced education or professional certifications in Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, or Continuous Improvement are considered an asset.
• 3–7 years of experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, production planning, work measurement, or process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP or other ERP systems; ability to maintain routings, bills of materials, production master data, and engineering change information.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, work measurement techniques, time studies, and standard work development.
• Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, or similar methodologies to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools; experience with Power BI or similar reporting tools is considered an asset.
• Experience designing production layouts, workstations, tooling, fixtures, and ergonomic solutions within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement sustainable improvements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and ergonomic standards applicable to manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Exposure to transformer manufacturing, heavy industrial manufacturing, or complex assembly environments is considered an asset.

Innovation in Action

Work with cutting edge technology and state of the art equipment in a culture obsessed with doing things better every day.

Growth Opportunity

Build, shape, and elevate a fast growing operation—your impact starts on day one.

Competitive Pay & Benefits

Earn strong pay, bonus potential, full health coverage, and meaningful PTO including diversity days to celebrate what matters to you.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. HSP US provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected status. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and drive better outcomes.

For our innovative work, we need many different perspectives – and therefore many different people from different backgrounds.

Nils von Dietman Managing Director (HSP US)