Industrial Engineer - Rolling Stock

Siemens•Lexington, NC

3d•$91,086 - $107,100•Onsite

About The Position

Siemens Mobility is hiring an Industrial Engineer at its passenger rail manufacturing facility in Lexington, North Carolina. The role supports the growth of the facility and the development of efficient, advanced rail manufacturing operations. The Industrial Engineer ensures production operations are prepared for scheduled production start dates and consistently meet or exceed performance standards. The position works with assembly and sub-assembly manufacturing teams, engineering, and operations to define and optimize manufacturing flows, production layouts, labor standards, and process steps. It applies lean manufacturing methods and global standards to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity. The role also supports production launches, technology implementations, and facility expansion projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
3–5 years of experience supporting vehicle production launches, new factory development, manufacturing start-ups, or plant expansion initiatives.
Strong project management skills, including developing project plans, schedules, budgets, facility layouts, resource requirements, return-on-investment analyses, and execution strategies.
Practical experience leading new plant rollouts and manufacturing implementation projects while maintaining timelines, budgets, and operational milestones.
Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies, with the ability to reduce waste and improve operational performance.
Track record of driving projects to successful completion in fast-paced manufacturing environments through hands-on problem solving, root cause analysis, and countermeasure implementation.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the rail or aviation industry; heavy rail manufacturing experience is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

Plan and optimize manufacturing process flows, equipment layouts, line balancing, and production readiness activities to meet scheduled production start dates and performance objectives.
Partner with assembly, sub-assembly, engineering, and operations teams to define, standardize, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and labor standards.
Develop production floor layouts, tooling, fixtures, jigs, and manufacturing solutions that support safety, quality, takt time attainment, and operational efficiency.
Review engineering drawings, specifications, and 3D models to determine manufacturing requirements and support execution on the production floor.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, improve productivity, and optimize material and process flow.
Lead manufacturing process changes, technology implementations, production launches, and facility expansion projects in coordination with vendors, suppliers, and cross-functional partners.
Create and maintain standard work instructions, labor standards, and production documentation using industrial engineering tools and methodologies.