Industrial Engineering Manager

Aumovio•New Braunfels, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Industrial Engineering Manager is responsible for leading a high‑performance engineering organization within a 24/7 automotive manufacturing environment. This role oversees automation, process engineering, testing, maintenance, and new product introduction (NPI) to ensure operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and innovation. The manager sets the strategic direction for industrial engineering, drives continuous improvement, and ensures technical readiness for new technologies and production launches.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial Engineering or other relevant engineering degree.
Minimum 7 years of manufacturing engineering experience within a high‑volume manufacturing environment
Minimum 5 years in roles with leadership responsibility, directly and indirectly leading other leaders (multi‑layer leadership)
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas now or in the future for this job posting.
Must wear company-provided ESD safety-toed shoes, smock, and other PPE in required areas
Sitting or standing for 8+ hours, reaching, and using hands/fingers to operate a computer and other office equipment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments
Must be able to support off‑shift or weekend operations in a 24/7 production environment

Nice To Haves

Masters degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical or related Engineering discipline
Professional certification in Continuous Improvement or Lean methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean Practitioner, Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt)
5+ years of experience specifically within the automotive manufacturing industry
Demonstrated cross‑functional experience in Quality, Operations, Engineering, and/or Project Management
Experience leading teams in a 24/7 operational environment is strongly preferred
Experience collaborating with or supporting international teams, suppliers, or global engineering groups
Experience with global manufacturing standards or multi‑site coordination is desirable
Experience working in and reporting within a global matrix organization
Experience leading or contributing to projects related to product development, production launch, industrialization, or quality management
Hands‑on experience with manufacturing processes including Lean production systems, Industrial Engineering methodologies, and quality improvement tools
Experience managing capital equipment procurement, automation integration, or validation activities may be considered a strong asset
8+ years of leadership experience overseeing leaders, technicians, and cross‑functional teams in a complex manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the Industrial Engineering strategy that meets plant targets for efficiency, cost, quality, and innovation
Establish and monitor internal KPIs for engineering performance
Lead organizational change to optimize processes, systems, and technologies
Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve automation, process capability, and equipment reliability
Drive Lean principles across all shifts in a 24/7 operation, including Kaizen, standardized work, SMED, and waste elimination
Responsible for continuous improvement and implementation of LEAN principles to include leading root cause problem-solving efforts for scrap reduction, yield improvement, and defect elimination.
Utilizes and reinforces Lean Automation techniques for automation development
Incorporates Simple / Robust into equipment design for highest equipment reliability
Provides lessons learned input to design / development through Design for Manufacturing (DFM) reviews
Provides new product build support through tooling development and procurement
Introduces process programs and process parameters to support manufacturing operations
Champion Total Productive Maintenance Program (TPM) to increase equipment reliability and OEE metrics
Oversee tooling development, automated assembly system procurement, and process validation for new product launches
Ensure technical readiness of production equipment prior to Start of Production (SOP) and support process changes post‑SOP
Use Design of Experiments (DOE), Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), control plans, and other engineering tools to ensure robust product and process development
Ensure accurate documentation of processes, P‑FMEA, control plans, parameter sheets, work instructions, and training materials
Maintain adherence to customer, internal, and regulatory requirements for audits and inspections
Promote standardization across all shifts to maintain consistent operating conditions
Contribute to the continuous improvement of the management system and quality manual with set up and optimization of procedures and policies
Define, implement and monitor cost improvement projects
Define strategic development direction of the Industrial Engineering department including the future roadmap of the plant
Ensure technical availability of production equipment during launch phase prior to SOP
Support technical changes in production following SOP
Lead leaders and teams within engineering, maintenance, and facilities ensuring alignment to company behaviors and performance standards
Build organizational capability through coaching, succession planning, and skill development
Foster a culture of safety, collaboration, accountability, and innovation in a 24/7 environment
Manage capital projects, budgets, and engineering resources for optimal ROI
Ensure timely delivery of project gates, milestones, and customer requirements
Track key financial KPIs including cycle times, depreciation, and staffing requirements
Protect confidentiality of project data