Logistics Engineer III, Rail Operations

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Lowell, Northern (AR, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off commensurate with tenure

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Logistics Engineer III, Rail Operations. You will apply industrial engineering principles to optimize processes, analyze data, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement data-driven solutions.

The role emphasizes problem solving, quantitative methods, and integration with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and improve performance within rail operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Industrial Engineering, or MIS (or foreign equivalent) with 4 years of related experience.
• Experience in data visualization software, statistics, OR/LP, forecasting, predictive modeling, relational databases, and/or SQL.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge to improve existing processes or solutions.
• Advance quantitative methods, programming, optimization, and data analysis.
• Identify and solve problems through data/process analysis to improve productivity.
• Analyze data and processes to reduce cost and increase productivity.
• Communicate technical information effectively to peers and business partners.
• Interact with customers and cross-functional teams to understand needs and implement solutions.

Skills

Data visualization

SQL

Forecasting

Education

Statistics

Mathematics

Industrial Engineering

Management Information Systems

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Databricks

Microsoft Power Automate

Job description

Job Summary:
Under general supervision, the position is responsible for utilizing problem solving and quantitative methods to provide engineering solutions in various areas of the organization. The incumbent will coordinate with internal and external customers to understand the parameters of projects.

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities:

• Apply knowledge of organization to make improvements to existing processes or solutions
• Increase awareness and knowledge of quantitative methods, computer programming, optimization, and/or solution design to support data analysis
• Identify and solve problems related to process improvement by analyzing internal and external data or process mapping
• Analyze a variety of data and processes to reduce cost and increase business productivity
• Tailor communication of technical information to audience of peers and business partners
• Interact with internal and external customers to understand stakeholder needs Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and implement solutions

This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Management, or related field, or foreign equivalent, or suitable combination of education, experience, and training with 4 years of experience in Industrial Engineering or related field

AND Demonstration of the following

• Experience in data visualization software, statistics, operations research, linear programming, forecasting, predictive modeling, relational databases, and/or SQL

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in transportation, supply chain, logistics engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with data analysis, database management, and data visualization tools such as SQL, Power BI, Tableau, or similar platforms.
• Experience leveraging automation and workflow tools, including Microsoft Power Automate, Databricks, or comparable technologies, to improve operational efficiency and reporting processes.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex operational data and develop data-driven solutions.

Compensation:

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• visionbenefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time offcommensuratewith tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• two weeks of paid parental leave
• and six paid holidaysannually

Education:

• Bachelors: Statistics (Required)
• Bachelors: Mathematics (Required)
• Bachelors: Industrial Engineering (Required)
• Bachelors: Management Information Systems (Required)

Work Experience:

Engineering

Job Opening ID:

00644230 Logistics Engineer III, Rail Operations (Open)

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.

About Us

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Better benefits, clear career paths and a people-first culture, because we are Driven for You.

Headquartered in Northwest Arkansas, J.B. Hunt is a dominant force in transportation and logistics, offering exciting career opportunities both at corporate and at field locations across the country. There are a variety of job types that support our business, so no matter your passion, J.B. Hunt is the place to jumpstart your career.

Why J.B. Hunt?

J.B. Hunt is a leading transportation and logistics company for one simple reason – our people. The career possibilities and benefits of working at J.B. Hunt are endless. From competitive salary and benefits packages, to defined career paths and growth opportunities, we take care of our people and take great pride in our efforts to build and sustain an inclusive workplace for all employees.

What are we looking for?

J.B. Hunt welcomes high-energy, forward-thinking people of all backgrounds and experience levels to join our team. We offer full-time, entry level, professional and management opportunities across all departments. Whether you are fresh out of school or bring years of industry experience, a role at J.B. Hunt could take your career to the next level.