Industrial Engineer

Nidec • Mankato, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Nidec is hiring an Industrial Engineer to develop and implement optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods that meet product specifications and quality standards. The role recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods, and controls, working with engineering and production teams to implement and sustain change. The engineer will champion lean practices and coach, mentor, and train others in lean tools and methodologies.

This is an on-site position in Mankato, Minnesota, working first shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The posted starting salary range is $72,600–$108,900, paid biweekly. Applicants must be sole U.S. citizens.

Nidec describes itself as a global motor manufacturer with more than 300 subsidiaries and affiliates and over 140,000 employees worldwide. Its products serve industrial, commercial, and electric power generation applications.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing concepts, tools, and techniques.
• Systematic thinking and structured problem-solving capability.
• Ability to work in a changing environment and quickly reprioritize and adapt.
• Ability to achieve results through influence and teamwork rather than direct reporting authority.
• Demonstrated teamwork and willingness to help others succeed.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• BS in engineering, or a BS degree and applicable experience.
• Must be a sole U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Apply statistical methods, lean manufacturing principles, and process analysis to improve efficiency, throughput, cost, and quality.
• Conduct time and motion studies; collaborate with stakeholders to document current- and future-state process standards.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of processes and related equipment.
• Assist with and facilitate plant lean events, including Value Stream Mapping and Kaizen events.
• Coordinate manufacturing launches of new or revised products, including establishing goals, training teams, and evaluating results.
• Work with production management, design and manufacturing engineering, and other staff on manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and related considerations to facilitate production processes.
• Participate in plant-wide safety initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with additional bonus opportunities.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage effective from the first day.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% company match on the employee's first 6%, plus an additional 3% employer contribution.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunities.
• Additional perks and programs are available.

What This Job Offers

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