Industrial Engineer

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Job Position: Industrial Engineer – Motion Study & Line Balancing

Location: San Antonio, TX (onsite only)
Client: LTTS/ SCANIA

Duration: 06+ Months

Job Description:

Job Summary:

• The Industrial Engineer will lead initiatives to optimize manufacturing and assembly processes through VA/VE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering), work measurement standards, and process improvements. This role focuses on reducing cost, improving functionality, and enhancing product value while ensuring ergonomic, safe, and efficient operations. The engineer will utilize motion study methodologies and line balancing tools to create stable operations and balanced work content across mixed-model lines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive VA/VE initiatives to reduce cost and improve product functionality.
• Develop and maintain work measurement standards for manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to implement efficiency improvements.
• Lead process improvements, facility transformation, and technology transfer projects.
• Validate layouts for ergonomics, safety, and operational effectiveness.
• Deploy international tools, methodologies, and best practices for process standardization.
• Use Standards Pro and LeanLine software for motion standards and line balancing.
• Ensure accurate labor requirement calculations using MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique).
• Document processes and implement procedures for continuous improvement.

Work Schedule:

• Engineers are expected to work on-site 4 days per week.
• Standard workdays: 5:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday–Thursday.
• On occasion, engineers may need to work Fridays and Saturdays to support major project initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 4-year engineering degree (mandatory).
• MOST Certification (mandatory) with documented experience using MOST to determine labor requirements.
• Proficiency in Standards Pro and LeanLine or similar motion and line balancing tools.
• Strong knowledge of work measurement techniques and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience in VA/VE initiatives, cost reduction, and process optimization.
• Familiarity with ergonomics, safety standards, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage facility transformation projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.