Industrial Engineer - Contract Logistics

Forward Air Corp.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Compensation

Health Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Culture of transformation

Job summary

Forward Air Corp. is seeking an Industrial Engineer to analyze and optimize processes across warehousing, transportation, and distribution operations in Dallas, TX. You will design layouts, model labor, and implement scalable improvements with cross-functional teams.

The role requires 5+ years in industrial/logistics engineering and proficiency with Excel, Power BI, SQL, and related design tools. On-site work with travel to related meetings is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical field.
• Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, APICS CSCP, CLTD, PMP, or similar are preferred but not required.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, logistics engineering, supply chain optimization, transportation operations, or related environments.
• Experience in process analysis, workflow design, facility optimization, labor modeling, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with ability to translate complex operational challenges into practical solutions.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; familiarity with AutoCAD, Visio, Power BI, SQL or similar tools.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management across multiple functions and levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze processes, layouts, and resource utilization to identify opportunities for productivity, service, quality, and cost improvements.
• Design and optimize facility layouts, material flows, transportation processes, and workflows to maximize efficiency and capacity.
• Develop labor models, capacity plans, and operational standards to support growth and changing requirements.
• Conduct analyses to identify bottlenecks and performance improvements across logistics and transportation operations.
• Lead or support Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations leadership to deliver measurable improvements in productivity, safety, and cost management.
• Evaluate and support implementation of automation, technology, and systems solutions.
• Develop and maintain operational metrics, dashboards, and engineering models for data-driven decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Related technical field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

SQL

AutoCAD

Visio

Job description

Job Info

• Job Identification 42270
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 3200 OLYMPUS BOULEVARD, Dallas, TX, 75019, US
• Job Category Operations: Individual Contributors
• Job Category Logistics and Transportation
• Job Function Operations Excellence

Job Description

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, optimizing, and implementing processes, workflows, facility layouts, and operating models that improve efficiency, productivity, quality, safety, and service performance across logistics and transportation operations. They work closely with operations leaders to identify improvement opportunities and develop scalable solutions that support business growth and operational excellence. They apply engineering principles, data analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies to enhance performance across warehousing, transportation, freight forwarding, terminal, and distribution environments. They serve as a technical subject matter expert, translating business needs into practical operational solutions that improve throughput, resource utilization, customer experience, and cost performance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational processes, workflows, facility layouts, and resource utilization to identify opportunities for productivity, service, quality, and cost improvements.
• Design and optimize facility layouts, storage concepts, material flows, transportation processes, and operational workflows to maximize efficiency and capacity utilization.
• Develop labor models, capacity plans, operational standards, and process recommendations that support business growth and changing customer requirements.
• Conduct engineering analyses to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and performance improvement opportunities across logistics and transportation operations.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.
• Partner with operations leadership to deliver measurable improvements in productivity, service levels, safety performance, quality, and cost management.
• Evaluate, recommend, and support implementation of automation, technology, equipment, and systems solutions that enhance operational effectiveness.
• Support network optimization, process standardization, and operational design initiatives across multiple sites, functions, or business units.
• Develop and maintain operational metrics, performance dashboards, engineering models, and business analyses to support data-driven decision making.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, IT, customer solutions, and engineering teams to design and implement effective operational solutions.
• Support implementation of new processes, technologies, facilities, customer onboarding activities, and operational start-up initiatives.
• Assist in developing standard operating procedures, process documentation, training materials, and operational best practices.
• Serve as a technical liaison with vendors, consultants, equipment providers, and other external partners as required.
• Participate in project planning, implementation, and change management activities to support successful execution of operational initiatives.
• All other duties as assigned to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related technical field required.
• Certification/Licensure: Professional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, APICS CSCP, CLTD, PMP, or similar credentials are preferred but not required.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, logistics engineering, supply chain optimization, transportation operations, freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, terminal operations, or related operational environments.
• Demonstrated experience conducting process analysis, workflow design, facility optimization, labor modeling, or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex operational challenges into practical business solutions.
• Experience utilizing data analysis, process mapping, operational modeling, and performance measurement tools to drive decision making.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, along with engineering, visualization, modeling, or design tools such as AutoCAD, Visio, Power BI, SQL, or similar platforms.
• Strong communication, presentation, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence teams across multiple functions and organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while working independently in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Demonstrated discretion and confidentiality in handling and protecting sensitive information.
• Technical: Proficient with common office technologies, including Windows PCs, Microsoft O365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and web conferencing (Teams, Zoom, Webex, etc.)
• Environment: Comfort commuting to/from and working in a 100% on-site setting (listed in this posting), with travel for related meetings/events.

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WHAT WE OFFER

• Compensation: Competitive base pay based on experience, industry/geographic benchmarks and internal equity. Some positions may be eligible for incentive pay programs and/or equity-based incentives. Pay ranges published on job boards are not provided nor verified by the Company.
• Health: Medical and Pharmacy insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA); Vision; Dental; Life and Disability; Critical Illness; Accident Indemnity; Hospital Indemnity; On-demand telehealth via Teladoc; Employee Assistance Program (counseling and financial/lifestyle coaching).
• Wealth: 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match; Employee stock purchase program; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Commuter Benefits; LegalEASE legal coverage.
• Time: 7 paid holidays and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) tiers ranging from 10–25 days annually.
• Culture: A collaborative, transformation-driven, solutions-first environment full of "can do" attitude and "will do" work ethic.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Agencies: The Company does not accept unsolicited outreach from third parties. Absent an agreement signed by internal Talent Acquisition and Procurement, and a documented request from Talent Acquisition to submit candidates for a specified requisition, we will not approve payments to any third party.
• Work Authorization: Within the United States, the Company is an E-Verify employer. Unless otherwise indicated, U.S.-based workers must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship, including but not limited to F-1, H-1, H-2, L, J, and TN visas, etc.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI): The Company is proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status.
• Reasonable Accommodations: Physical/mental requirements are listed only to identify where potential accommodations may be needed, not as qualification standards. In compliance with applicable laws and regulations (including ADA, ADEA, and FMLA), accommodations may be available to qualified individuals unable to perform essential duties without them. Additional requirements may apply to meet legal, regulatory, and Company standards.
• Recruitment Fraud: We will only contact you from @forwardair.com or @omnilogistics.com emails (system messages may come from @workflow.email.us-phoenix-1.ocs.oraclecloud.com). If reached via Indeed or LinkedIn, verify recruiters by reviewing their LinkedIn profiles. We will never request sensitive personal information outside secure systems, nor ask for purchases. Report suspected scams to the Federal Trade Commission and your state Attorney General .