Industrial Engineering SME – FlexSim Expert

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois, +2 more states.

📋 Description

• Oversee and execute intricate industrial engineering projects across site, regional, and global operations.

• Promote waste reduction and operational excellence by applying Industrial Engineering principles and Lean methodologies.

• Create advanced FlexSim and other simulation models to assess production workflows, capacity, labor utilization, material handling, and facility design.

• Direct the development of greenfield and brownfield manufacturing sites, including facility planning, line configuration, equipment arrangement, staffing, infrastructure, and operational readiness.

• Analyze workforce utilization, facility designs, production expenses, process flows, and comprehensive value streams.

• Execute process simulations, operations research studies, and business case evaluations.

• Act as the subject matter expert for Industrial Engineering systems, tools, methodologies, and best practices.

• Lead collaborative initiatives involving Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Facilities, Quality, and Program Management.

• Prepare manufacturing quotes and operational models for prospective business opportunities.

• Establish and standardize SAP and MES configurations.

• Assist leadership in assessing process reliability, profitability, and manufacturing strategies.

• Provide Industrial Engineering support for New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives.

• Develop and convey Industrial Engineering metrics to regional and global stakeholders.

• Mentor, coach, and nurture Industrial Engineers and cross-functional team members.

• Formulate and implement Industrial Engineering best practices and disseminate insights globally.

• Facilitate Lean transformation through process discipline, data integrity, and ongoing improvement.

• Ensure adherence to company policies, security protocols, and safety standards.

• Perform other assigned responsibilities.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related engineering discipline is required.

• A Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration (MBA), or a related field is preferred.

• At least 12 years of professional experience, including a minimum of 7 years in Industrial Engineering or closely related manufacturing engineering roles.

• Proven experience leading large-scale manufacturing optimization and operational improvement projects.

• Familiarity with new manufacturing site development, factory launches, facility expansions, capacity planning, and production system design.

• Significant experience with FlexSim for manufacturing simulation, capacity analysis, production flow optimization, and network modeling is preferred.

• Experience in supporting global manufacturing operations and cross-functional projects within a complex industrial environment.

• Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered.

• Advanced knowledge of work measurement, capacity planning, process mapping, facility and workstation design, discrete event simulation, operations research, value stream mapping, and labor modeling and optimization.

• Expert-level proficiency with FlexSim simulation software and digital modeling.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing site development, production system design, facility planning, and manufacturing startup execution.

• Knowledge of global manufacturing strategies and operational best practices.

• Preferred skills in data science, statistical analysis, and advanced analytics.

• Financial acumen, including P&L analysis, capital planning, cost modeling, ROI analysis, and operational budgeting.

• A proven track record of effective change management and continuous improvement implementation.

• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental standards in manufacturing.

• Understanding of quality systems and manufacturing process controls.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Visio, AutoCAD, SAP, MES, and other relevant engineering tools.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options.

• 401K Match.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

• Paid Time Off.

• Tuition Reimbursement.

• Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.

• Commuter Benefits.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• Pet Insurance.

• Adoption Assistance.

• Annual Merit Increases.

• Community Volunteer Opportunities.

• Short-term incentive based on performance.

• Paid parental leave: 4 weeks.

• 11 company-paid holidays in 2026 (9 fixed holidays and 2 optional floating holidays).