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Industrial Engineer

Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$100,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Best Practices, Brake Press, CAD (Computer-Aided Design) Software, CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systems, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Documentation, Emerging Technology, English Language, Ergonomics, ISO 9001, Industrial Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tool, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Assembly, Manufacturing Cost, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Equipment, Manufacturing Methods, Manufacturing Requirements, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multilingual, Problem Solving Skills, Process Control Engineering, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Engineering, Product Support, Product Testing, Product/Service Launch, Project/Program Management, Risk Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Safety/Work Safety, SolidWorks, Spanish Language, Sustainability, Technical Support, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Workflow Analysis
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
3 days ago
Title: Industrial Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000
Benefits: Insurance ( Health, Medical, Dental), PTO, Paid Holidays, and More! 

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to lead new product introductions, process development, and continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for evaluating product manufacturability, developing production processes, designing fixtures, implementing lean manufacturing strategies, and supporting successful product launches from concept through production.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead operational activities related to new product launches and product improvements
  • Partner with Engineering and Operations teams to ensure manufacturability of new designs
  • Participate in design reviews and DFMEA activities to identify manufacturing risks and opportunities
  • Develop, maintain, and improve PFMEAs and process controls
  • Provide technical support during product launches and engineering changes
  • Evaluate production capabilities and identify equipment, tooling, and fixture requirements
  • Design and implement manufacturing fixtures and assembly tooling
  • Create and maintain manufacturing work instructions and visual work aids
  • Develop product routings and manufacturing cost estimates
  • Analyze throughput, workflow, and manufacturing efficiency
  • Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction
  • Facilitate Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects
  • Utilize root cause analysis and problem-solving methodologies to resolve manufacturing issues
  • Drive process improvements related to ergonomics, bottlenecks, quality, and operational performance
  • Support implementation and sustainability of Lean Manufacturing principles throughout the organization
  • Stay current on emerging manufacturing technologies and best practices
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field
  • 5–10 years of Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, NPI, or Operational Excellence experience
  • Experience supporting new product introductions and manufacturing process development
  • Strong project management experience with successful implementation of engineering and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies
  • Experience with root cause analysis and structured problem-solving techniques
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality systems and manufacturing documentation requirements preferred
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Experience with fabrication and manufacturing equipment such as lasers, saws, press brakes, and CNC machining preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

About the Company

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Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Sterling Engineering has been a trusted partner for engineering, project management, and staffing solutions for over five decades. We provide exceptional engineering/technical recruitment and engineering project services to clients nationwide:

 

  • Engineering & Technical Recruitment - With our focus on engineering, technical, and IT, Sterling has the in-depth knowledge, industry expertise, and robust employee pipeline it takes to rapidly find talent for even the most difficult to fill positions. Sterling’s extensive recruitment methodology allows us to engage the most talented employees in the marketplace. We offer exciting work and career-building opportunities for our candidates, along with expert support at every step of the process.

 

  • Engineering Project Services – Our experienced, multi-disciplined team of project managers, engineers, and designers, led by licensed Professional Engineers (PE), provide project management, engineering, design, and Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) to manufacturing, OEM, and R&D customers. We work on complex, highly technical projects across a number of industry sectors, and our ability to scale and seamlessly integrate at multiple levels of your organization is what differentiates us.

 

Sterling offers a unique combination of engineering solutions and Best of Staffing level service to help our clients and talent achieve their goals.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
1969
WEBSITE
http://www.sterling-engineering.com

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