Production Systems Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Fully remote

Remote collaboration tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Production Systems Engineer for a fully remote role supporting East London operations from the United States. You will design, analyze, and improve production systems to boost efficiency, throughput, and cost performance using data analytics and simulation.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, 4+ years in production engineering or manufacturing systems, and hands-on experience with simulation tools (AnyLogic, Arena) and lean methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in production engineering, process improvement, or manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of production systems, manufacturing operations, and lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in simulation software and data analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current production systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement optimized production processes, workflows, and layouts using industrial engineering principles.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test process changes and predict performance outcomes before implementation.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics and KPIs for production systems, tracking efficiency, throughput, and cost.
• Collaborate remotely with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of new systems and processes.
• Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend and implement corrective actions.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Data analysis

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related engineering discipline

Tools

AnyLogic

Arena

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Production Systems Engineer for a fully remote position, supporting their operations in East London . This role is centered on designing, analyzing, and improving the systems and processes that drive production efficiency and output. You will leverage industrial engineering expertise, data analytics, and simulation techniques to optimize manufacturing workflows, reduce waste, and enhance overall productivity. This is a prime opportunity to make a substantial impact on operational performance from a remote setting, contributing to innovation and continuous improvement within a dynamic industrial environment. You will be instrumental in ensuring our client's production capabilities remain competitive and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current production systems to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Design and implement optimized production processes, workflows, and layouts using industrial engineering principles.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to test process changes and predict performance outcomes before implementation.
• Develop and maintain performance metrics and KPIs for production systems, tracking efficiency, throughput, and cost.
• Collaborate remotely with production, engineering, and quality teams to ensure seamless integration of new systems and processes.
• Troubleshoot production issues, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend and implement corrective actions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in production engineering, process improvement, or manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of production systems , manufacturing operations, and lean methodologies.
• Proficiency in simulation software (e.g., AnyLogic, Arena) and data analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Experience in implementing process improvements that lead to measurable gains in efficiency and cost reduction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentive programs.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Access to cutting-edge engineering software and technology.