Industrial Engineer

Apptronik • Austin, TX

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field (Operations Research, Systems Engineering).
• 2+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, specifically focusing on line balancing, factory layout, and efficiency analysis in NPI.
• Expert proficiency with Lean Manufacturing methodologies and tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work).
• Demonstrated experience using time study techniques (e.g., MTM, MOST) to establish labor standards.
• Strong analytical skills with tools like Excel/JMP/Minitab to conduct statistical analysis and develop complex cost models.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field (Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering).
• 2+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, specifically focusing on line balancing, factory layout, and efficiency analysis in NPI.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize the physical factory and line layouts to support the new product, ensuring efficient material flow, logistics, and minimal waste based on Lean principles.
• Own the creation of all high-level Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and detailed Work Instructions (WIs). Use time studies, standard work methodology, and ergonomics principles to define the most efficient and repeatable operator tasks.
• Develop detailed capacity models, line balancing plans, and financial models to accurately predict labor costs, cycle times, and capital expenditure (CapEx) needs to meet target production volumes.
• Conduct formal time studies and value stream mapping during prototype and pilot builds to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities (waste) and establish the takt time and standard work for the assembly line.
• Collaborate with Program Management to define NPI build plans, phase gates, and critical milestones, ensuring the production system is ready for volume ramp.
• Design and improve workstations and material presentation systems based on ergonomic principles to maximize operator efficiency and safety, minimizing fatigue and risk of injury.

What This Job Offers

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