Industrial Engineer

Kalmar; Ottawa (KS); On-site; USD 76,500 - 93,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working conditions

Paid parental leave

Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Kalmar in Ottawa, KS is searching for an Industrial Engineer to enhance production and operational efficiency. This role involves designing systems for optimal manufacturing performance, focusing on human factors, quality control, and material flow.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally in vehicle or heavy equipment industries. Skills in AutoCAD, CATIA, and lean manufacturing principles are essential.

This position offers competitive compensation, including annual bonuses and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant industrial or manufacturing engineering experience required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and CATIA, along with knowledge of CANbus systems.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles and project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time and motion studies to improve processes.
• Design production layouts using AutoCAD for workflow efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency.

Skills

AutoCAD

CATIA

Lean manufacturing principles

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

Electrical controls

Job description

At Kalmar, we are moving goods in critical supply chains around the world. As the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services, we set the industry benchmark for a zero-emission future. We are driven by teamwork, innovation, and taking ownership to deliver results. With our global reach and local expertise, our success starts with a strong focus on the customer, ensuring their needs guide our daily work. We are dedicated to respecting others and fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are heard, empowering us to succeed together. With us, your work has an impact. Your work moves the world!

Overview

Join us and take your career to the next level.

Are you a driven and innovative Industrial Engineer ready to make a big impact on your career? Based in Ottawa, KS, our Terminal Tractor division has a rich history of American craftsmanship, innovation and quality, and is continuing to strengthen their production teams. In this critical role, you will have the opportunity to increase production and operational efficiency through people, processes and technology by designing, developing, testing and evaluating integrated systems that optimize manufacturing performance. As an Industrial Engineer, you will focus on human factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics, material flow and cost efficiency.

Compensation

• Base Salary: $85K+ (Depending on experience)
• Eligible for Annual Bonus
• Eligible for Annual Salary Review & Performance-based Merit Increase
• Willing to assist with relocation

Responsibilities

• Process Improvement: Conduct time and motion studies, facilitate kaizen events, and lead continuous improvement initiatives for both production and non-production areas.
• System Design & Optimization: Design and update production layouts using AutoCAD for optimal space and workflow efficiency, and perform material flow analysis to optimize logistics and inventory management.
• Quality & Risk Mitigation: Solve quality issues, support root cause analysis to prevent recurrence, and perform FMEA to identify and mitigate potential risks.
• Technology Integration: Support the development and integration of electrical systems and complex control systems used in modern terminal tractors, applying your understanding of CAN bus systems.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production to ensure manufacturability and cost efficiency, and train personnel on lean tools and process documentation.
• Product Development: Assist in the introduction and validation of new product configurations, utilize CATIA for tooling design, and support digital tools to enhance manufacturing capabilities.

Benefits

• Meaningful development opportunities through varied assignments, fair and gender-neutral pay, and flexible working conditions.
• Time-off policy includes vacation time, personal/sick time, paid/floating holidays, and paid parental leaves.
• Safety: Build your career with a company rooted in safety since the 1940s, ensuring stability and an environment that empowers you to speak and be heard.
• Purpose: You’ll contribute to solutions that transform global trade, creating environmental and operational innovations.
• People: Collaborate with people who build lasting relationships through global expertise, connections, and a commitment to sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant industrial or manufacturing engineering experience required, preferably in a vehicle or heavy equipment environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, CATIA, and related design software, along with a working knowledge of CANbus systems and electrical controls.
• Experience in lean manufacturing principles, kaizen facilitation, and project leadership.
• Strong awareness and adherence to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
• Capable of working independently and cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment, bringing strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Willing to support projects requiring overtime or weekend work, as needed.

Ready to elevate your career? Apply today! Submit your resume to apply.

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About Kalmar

Kalmar (Nasdaq Helsinki: KALMAR) is moving goods in critical supply chains around the world, with the vision to be the forerunner in sustainable material handling equipment and services. The company offers a wide range of industry-shaping heavy material handling equipment and services to ports and terminals, distribution centres, manufacturing and heavy logistics. Headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, Kalmar operates globally in over 120 countries and employs approximately 5,300 people. In 2025, the company's sales totalled approximately EUR 1.7 billion. www.kalmarglobal.com