Sr Engineer- Industrial

EssilorLuxottica; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

Oakley Industrial Logistics within EssilorLuxottica seeks a Senior Logistics Engineer to drive strategic process improvements and automation across North American distribution and warehousing. You will lead high-impact projects, mentor teams, and deliver cost‑effective engineering solutions that raise safety, quality, and service metrics.

You will partner with Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, IT, and Operations to align processes, develop labor standards, and create scalable logistics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of engineering experience in logistics, warehousing, distribution, or a related environment.
• Proven success leading multiple complex, cross-functional projects simultaneously.
• Experience designing and implementing automation, material handling, and packaging solutions.
• Strong background in continuous improvement, workflow redesign, and value stream mapping.
• Project and program management expertise, including budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder alignment.
• Experience developing labor standards, warehouse layouts, and capacity planning models.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project (or similar project management tools), and analytics platforms.
• Experience with WMS/LMS systems and labor engineering methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and influencing skills.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to drive results in a fast‑paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead lean distribution, continuous improvement, and process optimization initiatives to improve safety, productivity, service levels, and operational reliability.
• Design, implement, and oversee automation, material handling, packaging, and logistics solutions that support scalability and efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to achieve measurable business results.
• Develop and manage KPIs, dashboards, and process control tools to drive performance and sustain improvements.
• Provide technical coaching and training to operations teams, engineers, and business partners.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, IT, and Operations to align processes and ensure effective customer fulfillment.
• Lead complex, multi-site engineering and automation projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop labor standards, capacity models, staffing strategies, and change management plans to support operational performance.
• Design facility layouts and support capital investments related to warehouse automation, equipment, and technology.
• Manage vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain project documentation, technical specifications, and operational roadmaps while proactively managing risks and communicating progress to leadership.

Skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Analytics platforms

Job description

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If you’ve worn a pair of glasses, we’ve already met.

We are a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of ophthalmic lenses, frames, and sunglasses. We offer our industry stakeholders in over 150 countries access to a global platform of high-quality vision care products such as the Essilor brand, with Varilux, Crizal, Eyezen, Stellest and Transitions, iconic brands that consumers love such as Ray-Ban, Oakley, Persol and Oliver Peoples, as well as a network that offers consumers high-quality vision care and best-in-class shopping experiences such as Sunglass Hut, LensCrafters, and Target Optical, and leading e-commerce platforms.

Our unique business model and relentless pursuit of operational excellence ensures that consumers everywhere have access to products. Balancing speed, efficiency and proximity, the Company manages a global supply chain with cutting-edge technology, based on centralization for frames and on a capillary network for lens finishing and prescription laboratories. In our dynamic environment, fueled by technology and innovation, our people have the space to pioneer new solutions.

Oakley is part of EssilorLuxottica. Building on our legacy of innovative, market-leading optical technology, we manufacture and distribute high performance sunglasses, prescription lenses and frames, goggles, apparel, footwear, and accessories. Every day at Oakley is a chance to grow, go further and achieve more.

Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Senior Logistics Engineer is a key leader within Oakley Industrial Logistics, responsible for driving strategic process improvements, automation initiatives, and engineering solutions across North American distribution and warehousing operations. This role leads high-impact projects, develops long-term operational strategies, and enhances efficiency, quality, and service performance throughout the supply chain. The position also provides technical expertise, mentorship, and cross-functional leadership to support operational excellence.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead lean distribution, continuous improvement, and process optimization initiatives to improve safety, productivity, service levels, and operational reliability.
• Design, implement, and oversee automation, material handling, packaging, and logistics solutions that support scalability and efficiency.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions to achieve measurable business results.
• Develop and manage KPIs, dashboards, and process control tools to drive performance and sustain improvements.
• Provide technical coaching and training to operations teams, engineers, and business partners.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Planning, Logistics, IT, and Operations to align processes and ensure effective customer fulfillment.
• Lead complex, multi-site engineering and automation projects, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Develop labor standards, capacity models, staffing strategies, and change management plans to support operational performance.
• Design facility layouts and support capital investments related to warehouse automation, equipment, and technology.
• Manage vendors, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Maintain project documentation, technical specifications, and operational roadmaps while proactively managing risks and communicating progress to leadership.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of engineering experience in logistics, warehousing, distribution, or a related environment.
• Proven success leading multiple complex, cross-functional projects simultaneously.
• Experience designing and implementing automation, material handling, and packaging solutions.
• Strong background in continuous improvement, workflow redesign, and value stream mapping.
• Project and program management expertise, including budgeting, risk management, and stakeholder alignment.
• Experience developing labor standards, warehouse layouts, and capacity planning models.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project (or similar project management tools), and analytics platforms.
• Experience with WMS/LMS systems and labor engineering methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and influencing skills.
• Self‑motivated, adaptable, and able to drive results in a fast‑paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Project Management certification.
• Experience using Minitab and Design of Experiments (DOE) methodologies.

Pay Range:109,883.65 -144,050.73

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business.Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.