Director Industrial Engineering (Project Execution)

Industrial Engineering Manager Our client is seeking an experienced industrial engineering leader to oversee a portfolio of large-scale automation and material handling projects. This role is responsible for overseeing the full project lifecycle-from planning and procurement through installation, integration, and operational handover-ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic business objectives. This role offers the opportunity to lead cutting-edge automation initiatives across multiple sites, influence operational strategy, and drive measurable business impact. Responsibilities Lead multi-site, cross-functional teams through all project phases - design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover. Manage a portfolio of automation projects, tracking KPIs such as schedule adherence, budget, quality, safety, and ROI. Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and charters; mitigate risks and manage changes effectively. Drive vendor and supplier selection, performance management, and contract negotiations. Provide technical oversight, ensuring systems integrate with facility workflows and ERP/WMS platforms. Deliver operations handover, training, and early support to ensure smooth transitions. Identify process improvements, optimize resources, and support long-term automation strategy. Qualifications 10+ years' experience managing large scale warehouse automation projects Minimum of bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering or related Project Management certification Compensation Base salary in the range of $170,000-200,000 plus bonus Benefits Our client offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, prescription, 401(k) match, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance, PTO Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pay Details: $170,000.00 to $200,000.00 per year Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.