Industrial Engineer | Plattsburgh, NY | $100K+

ETS Staffing; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits

Job summary

ETS Staffing client seeks an Industrial Engineer to join their manufacturing team in Plattsburgh, NY. The role is on-site, first shift, and full-time, focusing on equipment specification, upgrades, and project leadership.

The ideal candidate will have a mechanical/industrial engineering degree, 1–2 years in plastics manufacturing, and strong design skills using AutoCAD. Travel and occasional flexible hours may be required to support major projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering is required.
• 1–2 years in plastics manufacturing preferred.
• Strong mechanical design background; AutoCAD 3D experience a plus.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel and occasional flexible hours for major projects or system issues.

Responsibilities

• Specify, develop, and upgrade production equipment with leadership involvement.
• Lead facility expansion projects including building modifications, HVAC, compressed air, and cooling systems.
• Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S continuous improvement initiatives.
• Design and detail mechanical components for manufacturing equipment using AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and performance; validate new equipment installations.
• Work with vendors to obtain specifications, quotes, and manage procurement.
• Deliver technical presentations to leadership and customers.
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate cross-team efforts.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

AutoCAD 3D

Project management

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Industrial Engineer | Plattsburgh, NY | $100K+

Job ID: 145397

In-Person,$90-$110K/Year, 1st Shift, Full-Time,On-Call and OT as Required, Excellent Benefits

Our client, a leading manufacturer specializing in innovative packaging solutions, is seeking an IndustrialEngineer to join their growing team!

Your day-to-day as a Industrial Engineer:

• Collaborate with company leadership and plant management to specify, develop, and upgrade production equipment
• Lead facility expansion projects involving building modifications, HVAC, compressed air, and cooling systems
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S principles
• Design and detail mechanical components for manufacturing equipment using AutoCAD or similar tools
• Oversee project timelines, budgets, and performance metrics while validating new equipment installations
• Work directly with vendors to obtain specifications, quotes, and manage procurement processes
• Deliver technical presentations to leadership and customers, keeping them informed on key projects
• Supervise subcontractors and coordinate with internal and external teams to achieve project goals

Your skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering required
• 1–2 years of experience in the plastics manufacturing industry preferred
• Strong mechanical design background; AutoCAD 3D experience preferred
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills
• Proven project management and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to travel and occasionally work flexible hours for major projects or system issues
• PLC programming knowledge a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.