Industrial Engineer

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INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER
LOUISVILLE, KY – LOUISVILLE PLANT

As a member of the Engineering team, the Industrial Engineer will be responsible for skilled and responsible work, applying engineering theories and principles to problems occurring because of the plant layout or within manufacturing production. Incumbents in this classification studies and records the time, motion, method, and speed involved in performance of production, maintenance, and other worker operations for such purposes as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.

The Role:

Your work will include, but not be limited to:

• Develop preliminary process flow diagrams and performance estimates for client studies and proposals.
• Perform conceptual process design to meet customer needs and specifications.
• Conduct process simulations and calculations for analysis and improvement.
• Select appropriate materials of construction for major equipment and components.
• Prepare process data sheets and maintain process flow diagrams throughout projects.
• Review major equipment documentation from vendors prior to purchase.
• Participate in plant audits, “run it” rates, and process reviews.
• Observe operations to determine time, motion, and fatigue rates; prepare charts and diagrams for workflow, layouts, and utilization.
• Study methods and speed in production and maintenance to establish standard rates and improve efficiency; recommend changes to operations, material handling, and layouts.
• Record and analyze test data using statistical quality control; validate or identify deviations from standards.
• Verify proper equipment operation and recommend ergonomic or process improvements.
• Recommend modifications to quality or production standards for optimal performance.
• Utilize software tools (e.g., Microsoft Office) for data analysis and problem-solving.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications; ensure compliance with quality and reliability standards.
• Review project documentation to confirm adherence to requirements.
• Analyze and adjust manufacturing processes, equipment, testing, and materials; initiate ongoing process and product quality improvements.
• Troubleshoot issues and develop root cause corrective actions.
• Plan and conduct training on new equipment, processes, and assembly components.
• Drive change initiatives across process and functional areas, including ergonomic and EHS improvements using Lean and Six Sigma tools.
• Contribute to design and development reviews; generate internal/external documentation, technical reports, and presentations.
• Maintain operational standards, report on efficiency and utilization.
• Support plant team in tracking KPIs such as non-value-added work.
• Improve production/process systems reliability through technology development, testing, and implementation; oversee line operations.
• Lead process experiments and communicate key learnings.
• Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support for process and equipment troubleshooting.
• Participate in pilot plant testing and provide long-term support to product development teams.

Your Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and two (2) years relevant experience, or equivalent (industrial/manufacturing engineering preferred).
• Knowledge of process engineering for design, installation, monitoring, and troubleshooting.
• Familiarity with simulations for process design and principles of mass, momentum, and heat transfer.
• Ability to prepare reports, diagrams, and charts; monitor and improve plant efficiency, output, and safety.
• Understanding of industrial engineering to optimize processes for rate, quality, and supply needs.
• Skilled in data collection, interpretation, and collaboration with quality control and production teams.
• Knowledge of environmental aspects, regulatory compliance, and ability to ensure standards are met.
• Strong interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Physical Ability:

• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods.
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, twisting, and grasping.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate weight.

Lear Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse workplace.

Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.