Industrial Engineer

Switchgear Power Systems; Town of Winneconne (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Switchgear Power Systems in Wisconsin seeks an Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production flow, layouts, and tooling. You will coordinate cross-department activities to streamline cycles and improve efficiency across the manufacturing process.

The role covers standard development, root-cause analysis, and technical support for the production team. A bachelor’s in industrial engineering or equivalent experience is preferred, with lean/MRP/ERP familiarity and CAD experience.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering drawings and models.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Strong problem-solving skills both individually and with others.
• Ability to maintain high quality standards to meet customer specifications.
• Safety-focused mindset in job duties and functions.

Responsibilities

• Synchronize production flow between departments and organize the layout of the production flow.
• Build processes to optimize production processes and support projects for the manufacturing team.
• Design workstations, fixtures, and tooling as needed and assist with new layouts and equipment.

Skills

Mechanical drawings

Communication skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Quality standards

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelors in Industrial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

• Synchronize production flow between departments

This position is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing process flow and optimizing the production cycle.

Production Flow & Layout Optimization

• Synchronize production flow between departments
• Organize the layout of the production flow
• Build processes to optimize production processes
• Plan and assist with projects for the manufacturing team

Process Improvement & Standards Development

• Develop and implement standards
• Determine the root cause of issues and recommend changes to design or process
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing team

Workstation & Tooling Engineering

• Design workstations, fixtures, and tooling as needed
• Support implementation of new layouts, equipment, and process improvements
• Assist with evaluating ergonomics, efficiency, and safety in workstation design

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required

• Knowledge of mechanical engineering drawings and models
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Manage multiple tasks in order to meet deadlines with attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving skills both individually and with others
• Ability to hold high quality standards to meet customer specifications
• Ability to have a safety-focused mindset while performing job duties and functions

Preferred

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Strong ability to be flexible with working hours to allow for occasional overtime
• Understand mathematics to verify job requirements and specifications
• Self-motivation with ability to work without much supervision
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or relevant equivalent work experience is required. At least 2-5 years of industrial engineering work experience in a production/manufacturing environment or relevant equivalent experience (preferred). Lean manufacturing, MRP, and ERP experience, as well as computer modeling experience (AutoCAD or SolidWorks) is preferred.

None

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; talk and hear. The employee regularly is required to walk and reach with hands. The employee is often required to sit and occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee uses computer keyboards often. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Employee views computer monitor often.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is rarely exposed to airborne particles or chemical agents. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Switchgear Power Systems is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.