Industrial Engineer

Central Power Systems & Serivces; Platte City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Professional Development

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Referral Program

Team-oriented Environment

Job summary

Central Power Systems & Services in Platte City, MO, is seeking an Industrial Engineer to design, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes for diesel and gas generator systems.

You will collaborate across engineering, production, quality, and supply chain to improve efficiency, capacity, and safety while supporting Lean initiatives and cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing process design and optimization.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing data and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing and assembly processes for generator systems and related products.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, and Controls Engineers to ensure designs support efficient manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Lead prototype builds, pilot production, and new product introductions to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Support capacity planning, production expansion, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing layouts, workstation designs, material flow, and line balancing to maximize productivity.
• Design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows that improve safety, quality, and throughput.
• Identify tooling, fixtures, equipment, and automation opportunities to improve manufacturing performance.
• Partner with internal teams and outside vendors to develop and implement tooling, automation, and production equipment.
• Evaluate manufacturing investments through cost analysis and return-on-investment (ROI) studies.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, improve process capability, and reduce waste.
• Support quality initiatives including DOE, SPC, Gage R&R studies, process validation, and corrective actions.
• Define manufacturing data requirements and support integration with ERP, MRP, and MES systems.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Quality teams to support supplier development and manufacturing readiness.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, Kaizen, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain engineering documentation, process standards, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and engineering best practices.
• Perform additional engineering responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing process development

Facility layout

Line balancing

Data analysis

SPC

DOE

Gage R&R

ERP/MRP/MES

Microsoft Office

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related

Job description

Position Title

Industrial Engineer

Reporting to

Engineering Manager

Department

Engineering

Who We Are

Central Power Systems & Services is a privately held company with deep roots dating back to 1954.

Our mission is forging long-lasting partnerships by providing first-class customer support. We accomplish this by designing, manufacturing, and supporting industry-leading power generation equipment while investing in innovative technology, operational excellence, and exceptional people.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for engineers who are passionate about improving manufacturing processes, solving complex challenges, and driving operational excellence. If you enjoy collaborating across departments, implementing innovative solutions, and making a measurable impact on production, we'd love to have you on our team.

Job Summary

The Industrial Engineer supports the Generator Manufacturing Division by designing, optimizing, and scaling manufacturing and assembly processes for diesel and natural gas generator systems. This role is responsible for improving production efficiency, increasing manufacturing capacity, optimizing facility layouts, implementing automation, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives that drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations, the Industrial Engineer develops manufacturing solutions that enable efficient, repeatable, and scalable production while supporting Central Power's commitment to first-class customer support.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and implement manufacturing and assembly processes for generator systems and related products.
• Collaborate with Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing, and Controls Engineers to ensure designs support efficient manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA).
• Lead prototype builds, pilot production, and new product introductions to ensure manufacturing readiness.
• Support capacity planning, production expansion, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing layouts, workstation designs, material flow, and line balancing to maximize productivity.
• Design and implement efficient manufacturing workflows that improve safety, quality, and throughput.
• Identify tooling, fixtures, equipment, and automation opportunities to improve manufacturing performance.
• Partner with internal teams and outside vendors to develop and implement tooling, automation, and production equipment.
• Evaluate manufacturing investments through cost analysis and return-on-investment (ROI) studies.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, improve process capability, and reduce waste.
• Support quality initiatives including Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gage R&R studies, process validation, and corrective actions.
• Define manufacturing data requirements and support integration with ERP, MRP, and MES systems.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Quality teams to support supplier development and manufacturing readiness.
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, Kaizen, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain engineering documentation, process standards, work instructions, and manufacturing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, quality standards, and engineering best practices.
• Perform additional engineering responsibilities as assigned.

What Makes You Successful

• Passion for improving manufacturing processes and operational efficiency.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration across multiple departments.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines.
• Positive attitude with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Why Join Central Power?

At Central Power Systems & Services, our Industrial Engineers play a key role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations. You'll help develop innovative production processes, improve operational efficiency, and support the manufacture of reliable power generation equipment used by customers across North America.

We believe in investing in our people by providing opportunities for technical growth, leadership development, and meaningful career advancement.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Training & Professional Development
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Positive, Team-Oriented Work Environment

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing process design and optimization.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing data and implementing process improvements.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

• Experience in generator manufacturing, power generation, heavy equipment, or electromechanical assembly.
• Experience supporting high-volume or mixed-model manufacturing operations.
• Experience transitioning products from engineering design into production.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), Statistical Process Control (SPC), Gage R&R, and process validation.
• Experience designing manufacturing tooling and fixtures.
• Experience implementing automation and robotics into manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with ERP, MRP, and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience or certification.

Technical Skills

• Manufacturing process development
• Facility layout and workflow optimization
• Capacity planning and line balancing
• Material flow analysis
• Tooling and fixture development
• Manufacturing automation
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Gage R&R
• ERP, MRP, and MES systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Data analysis and process improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer workstation.
• Ability to walk throughout manufacturing facilities for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and access production areas.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE while working in manufacturing environments.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based within a manufacturing environment.
• Frequent interaction with Engineering, Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations teams.
• Regular time spent on the manufacturing floor supporting production, process improvements, equipment installations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Exposure to industrial equipment, manufacturing noise, and active production environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Central Power Systems & Services is a smoke-free and drug-free workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screen (including THC).

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility will be verified at the time of hire. You must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. to be considered for this role.