PE - Industrial Engineer

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc.; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health plans

401(k) employer matching

Generous PTO policy

Relocation package

Immigration sponsorships

Job summary

Applied Optoelectronics, Inc. is seeking a proactive Industrial Engineer to enhance operational efficiency in Sugar Land, Texas. Responsibilities include analyzing workflows, designing performance metrics, and driving productivity improvements using Lean principles. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering and have at least 2 years of experience in manufacturing. The position offers competitive salary, flexible health plans, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations environments preferred.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production and operational workflows to identify inefficiencies.
• Design and implement robust performance metrics and dashboards.
• Conduct assessments of manufacturing capabilities and optimize workflows.
• Drive labor productivity enhancements using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Utilize statistical analysis to identify trends and support decision-making.
• Manage cross-functional projects for process improvements.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Operations analysis

Lean Manufacturing principles

Statistical analysis

SQL programming

Python programming

MATLAB programming

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Build a Brighter Future with AOI: Join Our Team of Visionaries

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Industrial Engineer. In this role, you will be responsible for improving operational efficiency across production, procurement, and project execution.

Job Duties

• Analyze production and operational workflows to identify inefficiencies and waste
• Design and implement robust performance metrics and dynamic dashboards to monitor progress, providing clear, actionable insights to leadership.
• Conduct thorough assessments of manufacturing capabilities, accurately calculate production capacities, and collaborate with the production control team to ensure seamless workflow optimization.
• Drive labor productivity enhancements through the development and deployment of industry best practices and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Utilize statistical analysis and data modeling techniques to identify trends, predict outcomes, and support strategic decision-making in manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Manage cross-functional projects aimed at process improvements and new product introductions, ensuring timely completion within budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred.

• Preferred: 2+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations environments
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• SQL, Python, MATLAB, programming skills is a plus
• Strong organizational, prioritization, planning, and time management skills
• Works independently and responsibly without close supervision

Location

This position will be on-site based in Sugar Land, Texas.

Why AOI?

In addition to competitive salary, AOI offers

• Flexible and competitive health (medical, dental, vision) plans offer the employee with the right options to meet individual and family needs
• Employer matching on 401(k) deferrals
• Generous PTO policy, with unused PTO payout at end of the year
• Relocation package available within US
• Immigration sponsorships (Must be currently authorized to work in the US)