Senior Industrial Engineer

Lean Systems Consulting, LLC; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% annual bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- & long-term disability

401k with 100% up to 5%

Paid time off

Job summary

Lean Systems Consulting, LLC in La Porte, IN is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead plant-wide capital expansion projects, interpret machine specs, and coordinate with contractors and suppliers.

The role emphasizes ROI-driven budgeting, KPI tracking, and risk management, with a focus on driving the plant vision through teams and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• MUST HAVE: $1M+ CAPEX leadership experience with evaluating quotes, ROI and supplier evaluation.
• Experience leading multiple complex capital projects with budgeting and ROI.
• Plant Layout and AutoCAD skills; ability to present plans.
• Independently lead capital improvement projects and manage contractors; provide executive level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant layout and design (including AutoCAD proposals).
• Direct large capital expenditure projects up to $30M.
• Develop proposals with cost justification and ROI.
• Coordinate with city planning; manage permitting and legal processes.
• Design and implement building and equipment modifications (utilities, power, plumbing).
• Develop and optimize machine specifications.
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives related to OEE, energy, and material handling.
• Demonstrate strong project management to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Apply Lean principles (process charting, standard work, visual management, mistake-proofing).
• Lead kaizens and structured problem-solving activities.

Skills

Capital expenditure leadership

Gantt chart management

Budgeting

Risk management

Plant layout design

Communication

Lean/Kaizen

Education

Mechanical or Industrial Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Job Title: Senior Industrial Engineer (salary)
Compensation: $115 to $125K
Location: La Porte, IN
Direct Hire and Reports into the Maintenance Manager
Job Purpose
Lead and implement plant-wide capital expansion projects. Must be skilled at interpreting and establishing machine and equipment specifications. Can independently work with contractors and suppliers. Be a champion of TEAM facilitation - listen, seek input, and serve the business. Bring forward the VISION of the plant through budgeting, return on investment, KPI and risk management.
Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Contract reading, negotiation and supplier conflict resolution
2. AutoCAD (2D formatting skills, clean presentation of drawings)
3. Machine specification interpretation
4. Excellent communication skills are required, including active listening and effective speaking.
5. Team Oriented: Ability to demonstrate cooperation and support.

Requirements

MUST HAVE:

• $1M+ CAPX leadership experience (experienced in evaluating quotes, interpreting engineering specifications, ROI, supplier evaluation)
• Highly skilled in leading multiple and complex projects using MS Project / Gantt Charts. Must be skilled in Budgeting and RISK management.
• Plant Layout / AutoCAD skills
• Can independently lead capital improvement projects, manage contractors and provide executive level presentations.

Education: Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering (or other engineering related discipline)
Qualifications Required
1. Minimum 10-years engineering experience

This role qualifies for 10% annual bonus based on performance.

• Positive work-life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401k plan with company matching 100% up to 5% of eligible earnings
• Safe Harbor Discretionary 3% Contribution
• Paid Time Off (2 weeks) + Paid Holidays (8 Paid Holidays)
• Professional development opportunities and tuition assistance

Responsibilities

1. Skilled at Plant Layout and Design (including AutoCAD proposals)
2. Can lead LARGE (up to $30M) Capital Expenditure projects
3. Can develop proposals, provide cost justification and ROI (Return on Investment)
4. Work with city planning, manage building permitting process and legal proceedings.
5. Design and implement building and equipment modifications (i.e. utilities, power distribution, plumbing, etc...)
6. Skilled at developing, interpreting and optimizing machine specifications.
7. Lead cost reduction initiatives relating to OEE, energy usage, material conveyance, etc...
8. Skilled at project management. Assures on-time and within-budget completion of all projects.
9. Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (including process charting, standard work, visual management, error proofing, etc...)
10. Can lead kaizens and problem-solving activities