06 - Associate Engineer, Industrial Engineering

Celestica International LP • Richardson, TX

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an Associate Industrial Engineer to drive operational excellence across our construction projects. This role is designed for a process-oriented professional who can apply industrial engineering discipline—specifically continuous improvement and lean methodologies—to the dynamic environment of construction management. You will be responsible for bridge-building between high-level strategy and on-site execution, ensuring our projects are delivered with maximum efficiency and minimal waste.

Requirements

• Advanced proficiency in Data Visualization (Tableau, PowerBI, or advanced Excel).
• Functional knowledge of AutoCAD or BIM/Revit.
• Experience with project scheduling software (Procore, MS Project, or Primavera P6).
• Strategic Problem Solving: You don't just put out fires; you figure out why the fire started and redesign the system to prevent it.
• Professional Communication: Ability to translate technical IE data into plain language for field crews and stakeholders alike.
• Field-Ready Mindset: Comfortable spending significant time on active construction sites and engaging directly with the trades.
• 1–3 years of experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or construction environment. (Strong internship experience in Lean environments will be considered).
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Construction Management, or a related engineering discipline. or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma principles (Green Belt preferred) or CM-Lean (Lean Construction) credentials.

Responsibilities

• Conduct time studies and workflow analyses to identify bottlenecks in construction cycles and material procurement.
• Implement and maintain Lean tools such as 5S, Kaizen, and Value Stream Mapping to optimize site performance.
• Develop and manage KPIs to monitor labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material waste, providing actionable insights to leadership.
• Design optimized site layouts and material staging plans to reduce double-handling and improve safety.
• Draft and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure "best practice" consistency across multiple job sites.
• Work directly with field supervisors and subcontractors to encourage the adoption of new, more efficient working methods.
• Lead "Lesson Learned" sessions to capture data and refine processes for future project bids and executions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level