Industrial Engineer Consultant - Planning & Analytics

OnTrac; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 126,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

OnTrac is seeking an Industrial Engineer Consultant to design, evaluate, and optimize high-volume logistics systems for delivery operations. You will lead engineering efforts, develop models, and guide capital planning to improve throughput, safety, and cost efficiency.

Remote-friendly role with competitive base pay and potential bonus up to 15%. Requires 8+ years in industrial engineering and strong CAD/simulation skills; collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge of industrial engineering, ideally within logistics, shipping, or manufacturing environments.
• Advanced skills in industrial engineering systems design, analytics, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management.
• Strong understanding of the interdependencies between mechanical systems, operations, safety, and business performance.
• Strong knowledge of CAD software and simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Industrial systems technical leadership: Serve as a recognized technical authority for systems supporting logistics, shipping, warehousing, and material-handling operations, including conveyors, sortation systems, automated equipment, trailers, dock equipment, and packaging machinery.
• Engineering models & lifetime strategy: Develop and refine complex engineering models, methodologies, and procedures that support equipment selection, deployment, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle optimization.
• Operational performance & engineering solutions: Recommend and implement practical, scalable solutions that improve throughput, operational performance, asset uptime, safety, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation in fast-paced logistics environments.
• Engineering methods & technical evaluation: Define appropriate methods for new or ambiguous engineering assignments using advanced analysis and professional judgment; evaluate vendor designs, technical proposals, and equipment performance against specifications, safety standards, and business objectives.
• Technology partnerships & innovation: Build strategic relationships with material-handling manufacturers to evaluate emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency and reduce reliance on human capital.
• Capital planning & strategic alignment: Develop detailed project estimates for capital expenditure planning and ensure engineering work aligns with departmental goals, capital plans, and broader business strategies.
• Technical recommendations & stakeholder communication: Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD software

Simulation tools

Job description

OnTrac is hiring an Industrial Engineer Consultant !Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving.

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S.

Location

Remote - This position may be performed remotely in states where the company is authorized to employ individuals.

Compensation

Compensation: The expected starting base pay range for this position is $125,600 - $157,000, with full potential base salary range over a successful candidate's tenure in the position of $125,600 - $188,400. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and other job-related factors. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, or other incentive compensation in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan of up to a 15% Bonus Target.

Employment Logistics

The Industrial Engineer Consultant designs, evaluates, and optimizes systems and layouts that support high-volume logistics, shipping, warehousing, and distribution operations. This role serves as a technical authority, resolving complex engineering challenges and leading initiatives that improve asset reliability, throughput, safety, operational efficiency, and cost performance across the organization. The Consultant also supports capital planning, equipment lifecycle decisions, and the adoption of material-handling technologies.

Unpacking the Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Flex vacation in states other than CA, CO, IL, MA, MT, and NE, with accruals up to 96 hours for first year of employment with tenure-based increases up to 160 hours
• Two (2) floating holidays per year
• Paid sick leave
• Six (6) paid company holidays
• Two (2) weeks paid pregnancy disability leave, four (4) weeks paid parental bonding leave
• Additional wellness and employee assistance programs

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and company policies.

The Must-Haves

• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of industrial engineering, ideally within logistics, shipping, or manufacturing environments
• Advanced skills in industrial engineering systems design, analytics, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
• Strong understanding of the interdependencies between mechanical systems, operations, safety, and business performance
• Strong knowledge of CAD software and simulation tools
• It is the responsibility of every position to understand and adhere to the security guidelines outlined in OnTrac's Acceptable Use policy and to conduct their activities accordingly.

Your Mission in Motion

• Industrial systems technical leadership: Serve as a recognized technical authority for systems supporting logistics, shipping, warehousing, and material-handling operations, including conveyors, sortation systems, automated equipment, trailers, dock equipment, and packaging machinery.
• Engineering models & lifetime strategy: Develop and refine complex engineering models, methodologies, and procedures that support equipment selection, deployment, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle optimization.
• Operational performance & engineering solutions: Recommend and implement practical, scalable solutions that improve throughput, operational performance, asset uptime, safety, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation in fast-paced logistics environments.
• Engineering methods & technical evaluation: Define appropriate methods for new or ambiguous engineering assignments using advanced analysis and professional judgment; evaluate vendor designs, technical proposals, and equipment performance against specifications, safety standards, and business objectives.
• Technology partnerships & innovation: Build strategic relationships with material-handling manufacturers to evaluate emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency and reduce reliance on human capital.
• Capital planning & strategic alignment: Develop detailed project estimates for capital expenditure planning and ensure engineering work aligns with departmental goals, capital plans, and broader business strategies.
• Technical recommendations & stakeholder communication: Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.

Paving your way to your success

• You adapt your communication style to connect engineering decisions with broader business, operational, and financial objectives.
• You lead complex engineering initiatives and influence cross-functional teams to achieve shared outcomes.
• You deliver innovative and effective solutions to challenging issues by understanding the interconnections among engineering, operations, safety, and other disciplines.
• You build strong relationships with stakeholders beyond your area of expertise and use persuasive communication to align decisions with broader business objectives.
• You define appropriate methods and procedures for new assignments, exercising sound judgment when selecting, adapting, and evaluating advanced techniques.

Posting Timeline

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for at least 15 days from the date of posting

Disclosures

• Washington state employees are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid sick leave annually.

The salary range above represents the national range for this position. The salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at OnTrac, and the actual base salary offered may vary depending on several factors including, but not limited to: Geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, job-related skills and competencies, market alignment, and financial considerations. Compensation decisions are made based on the specific circumstances of each hire to ensure fair and competitive pay.

ADA Statement

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits, please contact Human Resources.

OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity EmployerLasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.