Industrial Engineer

STS Technical Services is hiring an Industrial Engineer to support manufacturing and production operations in Tonawanda, New York. This role focuses on improving efficiency, productivity, and cost effectiveness across industrial systems by applying engineering principles to people, processes, materials, and technology.

If you enjoy solving complex operational problems, analyzing production data, and designing smarter workflows, this role offers the opportunity to make measurable impact on performance and output.

Position Overview

The Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing, evaluating, and improving integrated manufacturing systems. This includes labor utilization, production methods, material flow, quality control, inventory management, and cost analysis. The role partners with cross functional teams to drive continuous improvement and optimize industrial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze statistical data and product specifications to establish quality, reliability, and production standards
• Develop manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost analysis systems to improve efficiency
• Recommend improvements to personnel, material, equipment, and utility utilization
• Plan and define sequences of operations for fabrication and assembly processes
• Apply statistical analysis and mathematical calculations to determine staffing requirements and production standards
• Coordinate quality control objectives and resolve production issues while minimizing cost
• Estimate production costs and assess the impact of product design changes
• Draft and design layouts for equipment, materials, and workspaces to maximize operational efficiency
• Support production coordination and workflow optimization initiatives

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical, problem solving, and critical thinking abilities
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented with a collaborative, team focused mindset
• Ability to create sketches, basic engineering drawings, and perform standard computations
• Working knowledge of production design techniques, tools, and principles
• Understanding of business and management fundamentals including resource allocation, production methods, and workforce planning
• Experience using engineering related software and computer applications

Preferred Technical Experience

• Familiarity with Microsoft Visual Basic
• Experience using Microsoft Project
• Exposure to simulation or analysis tools such as ABAQUS

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• Minimum of 2 to 4 years of industrial or manufacturing engineering experience

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading organizations across aerospace, manufacturing, defense, and industrial sectors. We connect skilled professionals with rewarding career opportunities nationwide.

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