Job Title: Industrial Engineer
Location: Onsite, Luling, TX
Position Type: Full-Time
About the Role:
We are seeking a talented and driven Industrial Engineer to support the design, development, integration, and maintenance of a solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing facility. This role plays a critical part in optimizing manufacturing processes, implementing lean and Six Sigma principles, and ensuring safe, efficient operations. The position directly supports mission-critical manufacturing and production activities.
Responsibilities:
- Design and plan manufacturing equipment layouts within a facility
- Design and plan product flow and movement between buildings
- Implement lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste and streamline operations
- Utilize Six Sigma methodologies to identify and eliminate production defects
- Train and mentor staff on lean and Six Sigma practices to promote continuous improvement
- Conduct time studies and develop discrete event simulations to optimize workflows and resource allocation
- Perform trade studies to develop new and improved manufacturing processes for solid rocket motor production
- Establish safe procedures for workstations involving hand tools in environments with energetic materials
- Specify equipment to support production needs
- Troubleshoot issues related to safety, quality, and cost within manufacturing processes
- Evaluate processes and equipment for compliance with environmental and safety regulations
- Estimate production costs for new products
Basic Qualifications:
- Proven experience in a manufacturing environment (experience with solid rocket motor propellant manufacturing preferred)
- Experience designing and planning manufacturing layouts using lean and Six Sigma techniques
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus
- Experience conducting time studies and implementing improvements on the shop floor
- Experience with discrete event simulation tools (FlexSim preferred)
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods, processes, and quality standards
- Experience with support systems such as hydraulic systems, compressed air systems, electronic controls, and power systems
- Strong analytical and mathematical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proven problem-solving ability
- Knowledge of applicable health and safety regulations
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field required
- Master’s degree may substitute for some experience
- 5+ years of experience in industrial or process engineering preferred
