Production Systems Engineer: Data-Driven Optimizer

Accelera; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Production Systems Engineer to bridge engineering design with floor execution, optimizing manufacturing workflows for maximum output and precision. The role emphasizes data-driven insights to improve equipment reliability and product quality, and requires collaboration across teams to implement upgrades and standardize practices.

The position focuses on driving operational excellence, maintaining documentation, and leading continuous improvement initiatives on the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• 0–3 years of experience in high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical or electrical systems in real time.
• Strong analytical skills to translate production data into improvements.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence by analyzing production metrics and eliminating bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement equipment upgrades and optimize machine performance.
• Lead root-cause analysis to resolve disruptions and sustain production flow.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including SOPs and training guides, to standardize best practices.
• Lead Lean and 6S-based continuous improvement to boost facility efficiency.
• Support new product integration through hands-on testing and process validation on the floor.

Skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel modeling

ERP software

Job description

Accelera is seeking a Production Systems Engineer to bridge engineering design with floor execution, optimizing manufacturing workflows for maximum output and precision. The role emphasizes data-driven insights to improve equipment reliability and product quality, and requires collaboration across teams to implement upgrades and standardize practices.

The position focuses on driving operational excellence, maintaining documentation, and leading continuous improvement initiatives on the