Industrial Engineer

Mueller Water Products, Inc.; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 82,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with 5% company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mueller Water Products is seeking an Industrial Engineer for our Decatur, Illinois facility. You will analyze and improve manufacturing processes, develop time studies, and lead continuous improvement initiatives across production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.

Collaboration across teams is essential to enhance safety, throughput, and efficiency. Responsibilities include implementing standardized work, applying Lean Six Sigma tools, and evaluating new equipment or automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering or related field and 2 years in manufacturing/industrial engineering.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma and process improvement.
• Experience with CAD tools (AutoCAD) and data analytics software (Power BI/Tableau).

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and layouts to boost efficiency and safety.
• Develop time studies, process maps, and value stream analyses to identify bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain to drive improvements.
• Design standardized work procedures, layouts, and process documentation.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to reduce waste and boost throughput.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety in manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Power BI

Tableau

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

## Industrial EngineerApply: Decatur, IL: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 12, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R6912**Who We Are:**Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application. Industrial EngineerMueller Co. LLC is seeking an Industrial Engineer for our Decatur, Illinois facility. Duties:• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and production layouts to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.• Develop and implement time studies, process maps, and value stream analyses to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain—to drive process improvements.• Design and implement standardized work procedures, equipment layouts, and process documentation.• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to reduce waste, improve throughput, and support cost-reduction goals.• Evaluate and recommend tools, equipment, and automation technologies to improve efficiency.• Track key performance metrics, prepare reports, and present findings to leadership.• Support training of production and operations staff on new processes or improvements.• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. **Requirements:** Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field of study and two (2) years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Product Engineer, or related role where the required experience was gained.Also required experience in the following:• 2 years of industrial or manufacturing engineering• Process analysis tools and methods such as Lean and Six Sigma• CAD tools such as AutoCAD for layout design and process simulation software• ERP/MRP systems and data analytics tools such as Power BI and Tableau• High-volume manufacturing or assembly environments• Safety standards and ergonomics in manufacturing settings **Salary/Pay Range:**$81,630.02 - $92,906.00 USDThe compensation range above reflects a good-faith estimate of starting base pay for full-time (40 hours per week) employment as of the date of posting. Individual compensation may vary depending on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the role, professional experience, job-related skills, achievements, and/or work location. The range listed is only one component of the total compensation package offered to candidates.**Other Compensation & Benefits:**Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package. Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.**Equal Employment Opportunity:**Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department.**Notice of E-Verify Participation:**This employer participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a web-based system that allows employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. The system compares information from an employee's Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records. This notice applies to all applicants and employees, including those hired to work remotely.Upon enrollment, employers participating in E-Verify are required to clearly display the Notice of E-Verify Participation and Right to Work posters in English and Spanish, both which may be accessed at the links provided below.IER Right to Work Poster (English/Spanish)E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish)**Accommodation:**If you require accommodations during any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are happy to work with you to meet your needs.