Sr. Logistics Engineer, CVD

J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Maternity leave

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Sr.

Logistics Engineer (CVD) to apply engineering techniques and quantitative methods to solve complex transportation challenges and add value to the organization. You will lead design and implementation of network and operational solutions, coordinating with internal and external customers, and mentoring junior engineers. The role requires a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering or related field with 5 years of IE experience, and proficiency in data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, MIS or related field with 5 years in IE or related field.
• Experience in data visualization software, statistics, OR, LP, forecasting, and SQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of transportation, network, and operational solutions.
• Serve as SME in transportation network design and solution development.
• Solve complex problems using analytics, modeling, optimization, and simulation.
• Translate business needs into practical, innovative solutions for stakeholders.
• Lead large-scale projects from concept to implementation across functions.
• Communicate insights, risks, and tradeoffs to technical and executive audiences.
• Develop analytics tools, metrics, and reporting frameworks.
• Apply industrial engineering and OR methodologies in network design and routing.
• Quantify and present project outcomes including financial impact and efficiency gains.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices.

Skills

Data visualization

Statistics

Operations research

Linear programming

Forecasting

Predictive modeling

Relational databases

SQL

Education

Bachelor's Industrial Engineering

Bachelor MIS

Bachelor Mathematics

Bachelor Statistics

Master Industrial Engineering

Master MIS

Master Mathematics

Master Statistics

Job description

Under general supervision, the position applies engineering techniques and quantitative methods to solve complex problems and add value to the organization. The incumbent will coordinate with internal and external customers to understand the parameters of projects and provide guidance to junior team members.

Under general supervision, the position applies engineering techniques and quantitative methods to solve complex problems and add value to the organization. The incumbent will coordinate with internal and external customers to understand the parameters of projects and provide guidance to junior team members.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex transportation, network, and operational solutions that drive significant business value
• Serve as a subject matter expert in transportation network design and solution development, guiding stakeholders through complex operational and customer challenges
• Solve highly complex and ambiguous business problems using advanced analytics, modeling, optimization, and simulation techniques
• Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, stakeholders, and leadership by translating business needs into practical and innovative solutions
• Lead large-scale projects and initiatives from concept through implementation, coordinating across multiple functions and stakeholders
• Influence decision-making through clear communication of insights, recommendations, risks, and tradeoffs to technical and executive audiences
• Develop and enhance analytical tools, performance metrics, and reporting frameworks that drive strategic decision-making
• Apply advanced industrial engineering and operations research methodologies, including network design, routing, scheduling, optimization, and scenario modeling
• Quantify, communicate, and present project outcomes, including financial impact, service improvements, and operational efficiencies
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to less experienced engineers, contributing to the development of engineering best practices and team capabilities
• Evaluate emerging business needs, technologies, and industry trends to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Management, or related field, or foreign equivalent, or suitable combination of education, experience, and training with 5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering or related field
• AND Demonstration of the following
• Experience in data visualization software, statistics, operations research, linear programming, forecasting, predictive modeling, relational databases, and/or SQL

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.

Education

Bachelors: Industrial Engineering (Required), Bachelors: Management Information Systems (Required), Bachelors: Mathematics (Required), Bachelors: Statistics (Required), Masters: Industrial Engineering, Masters: Management Information Systems, Masters: Mathematics, Masters: Statistics

Work Experience

Engineering

Job Opening ID

00635262 Sr. Logistics Engineer, CVD (Open)

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Both J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. and Hunt Mexicana S.A. de C.V. are equal employment opportunity employers without regard to any characteristic protected under applicable law, including veterans and disability.