Industrial Engineer

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC; Sugar Land, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package available

Immigration sponsorships

Generous PTO policy

401(k) matching

Health/dental/vision plans

Job summary

APPLIED OPTOELECTRONICS INC in Sugar Land, TX is seeking an Industrial Engineer to optimize production capacity, reduce costs, and improve quality. You will partner with manufacturing and engineering teams to implement Lean initiatives and performance dashboards.

The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering, has strong analytical skills, and experience with MES/ERP systems, SQL, Python, and MATLAB. Cleanroom experience and semiconductor manufacturing exposure are a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and determine strategies based upon data.
• MES and ERP knowledge preferred; SQL, Python, MATLAB programming skills preferred.
• Experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment preferred; automation experience preferred.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred; ability to work in a cleanroom when needed.

Responsibilities

• Partner with production and engineering teams to optimize operations and costs.
• Design and implement performance metrics and dashboards to monitor progress.
• Assess manufacturing capabilities and calculate production capacities.
• Drive labor productivity and apply Lean principles across processes.
• Lead cross-functional projects for process improvements and new products.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision making

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

MES/ERP systems

SQL

Python

MATLAB

Cleanroom automation

Job description

AOI is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, sex, veteran status, age, disability, marital status, or any other category protected by State or U.S. Federal law. Moreover, we endeavor to treat our employees fairly.Industrial EngineerSugar Land TXPosted 2 days agoShare**Summary**We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented professional to optimize operational efficiency and profitability by accurately managing production capacity and product costs. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing productivity and quality while reducing waste and lead time.**Job Duties*** Partner closely with production and engineering teams to gain deep insights into existing operations, and design innovative solutions that meet and exceed Quality, Delivery, and Cost objectives.* Design and implement robust performance metrics and dynamic dashboards to monitor progress, providing clear, actionable insights to leadership.* Conduct thorough assessments of manufacturing capabilities, accurately calculate production capacities, and collaborate with the production control team to ensure seamless workflow optimization.* Drive labor productivity enhancements through the development and deployment of industry best practices and Lean Manufacturing principles.* Utilize statistical analysis and data modeling techniques to identify trends, predict outcomes, and support strategic decision-making in manufacturing and supply chain operations.* Manage cross-functional projects aimed at process improvements and new product introductions, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.**Qualifications*** Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.* Strong analytical skills with the ability to draw conclusions and determine strategies based upon data.* MES and ERP knowledge preferred.* SQL, Python, MATLAB, programming skills preferred.* Experience in semiconductor manufacturing environment preferred.* Automation experience preferred* Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills.* Lean Six Sigma Green Belt preferred.* Ability to work in cleanroom environment wearing cleanroom gowns when needed.* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment.**Location**This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers* Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs* Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals* Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year* Relocation package available within US* Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)Whenever you're ready to begin, just let me know!