Industrial Engineer

ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.ITAC's purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company's growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you've come to the right place. At ITAC, you'll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is short term, likely 3-6 months with the possibility of extension and is fully onsite. Please only apply if these requirements are agreeable to you.ObjectiveWe are seeking an Industrial Engineer to support production operations through time and motion studies, labor standards development, and process optimization initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in improving efficiency, balancing workloads, supporting production readiness, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.ResponsibilitiesProcess Analysis and ImprovementConduct detailed time and motion studies to establish labor standards, identify inefficiencies, and improve productivityAnalyze work elements, material flow, and workstation layouts to optimize manufacturing processesDevelop, validate, and maintain standard work documentationSupport line balancing and capacity analysis efforts for existing and new production linesIdentify opportunities for waste reduction using Lean principlesProduction and Project SupportSupport production readiness and ramp-up activities, including new product introductions (NPI) and model changesCollaborate with operations, manufacturing engineering, quality, and safety teams to implement process improvementsAssist with risk identification and mitigation strategies related to labor, ergonomics, and throughputSupport continuous improvement events and kaizen activitiesData Analysis and ReportingCollect and analyze production, labor, and efficiency dataTrack process improvement savings and report performance metrics and variancesPrepare documentation and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholdersAdministrative and CollaborationParticipate in estimating and cost analysis related to labor and manufacturing efficiencyCommunicate effectively with multiple project managers and operations leadersContribute to continuous improvement initiatives and professional development activitiesRequirementsEducationBachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferredExperience3+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing engineering roleDemonstrated experience performing time and motion studies and developing labor standardsExperience working in high-volume manufacturing environmentsFamiliarity with new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up processesExperience supporting or working during manufacturing plant shutdowns is a plusSkillsStrong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, work measurement techniques, and continuous improvement methodologiesUnderstanding of Six Sigma tools and data-driven problem-solvingKnowledge of general manufacturing safety requirements (including lock-out/tag-out, ergonomics, and standard work practices)Ability to troubleshoot production and process issues in fast-paced environmentsProficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel and manufacturing data systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teamsBenefitsFrom internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life's challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such asHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance401k & ESOPLife InsuranceShort & Long-Term DisabilitySick Time OffPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentWellness ProgramMentorship ProgramSafety Incentive Program24/7 Chaplain Care