Industrial Engineer (Charlotte)

Houston, TX 77043; Orlando, FL 32817;Charlotte, NC 28273Seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to strengthen supplier production systems and improve industrial maturity across global manufacturing environments. This role focuses on supplier capability development, production stability, capacity optimization, and operational robustness in high-complexity industrial settings. The position partners with cross-functional teams to drive scalable supplier improvement initiatives, standardize best practices, and enhance long-term supply chain resilience through data-driven manufacturing strategies and continuous improvement methodologies.Responsibilities:Analyze supplier production systems to identify bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and process stability issuesDrive improvements in capacity modeling, bottleneck analysis, KPI development, lead-time reduction, flow optimization, and production systemsSupport supplier capability enhancement in manufacturing methods, production technologies, and operational robustnessCollaborate with procurement, engineering, quality, and operations teams in a matrix environmentDevelop scalable playbooks, standard work, training materials, and process documentationUtilize data analytics, digital tools, and AI-based solutions to support operational decision-making and supplier performance improvementsProvide coaching, technical guidance, and structured improvement methodologies to suppliers and internal stakeholdersSupport global supplier development initiatives with up to 40% international travelQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Engineering, or Mechanical EngineeringStrong experience improving production systems, supplier operations, manufacturing processes, and industrial performance in complex manufacturing environmentsExpertise in capacity planning, process optimization, continuous improvement, and operational analyticsProficiency with data analysis, digital manufacturing tools, and AI-enabled operational solutionsStrong communication, documentation, coaching, and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work effectively within global, cross-functional, and matrix organizationsWillingness to travel internationally as required