Entry Level Engineering Jobs in Anderson, SC (NOW HIRING)

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions.
Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

You will support challenging operations projects within the automotive industry, contributing to efficiency, cost reduction, and digital transformation. Responsibilities vary by project, aligning with client needs and individual strengths.

• Analyze, document, and optimize business processes in manufacturing, logistics, supply chain, aftersales, IT projects, and automation.
• Conduct on-site assessments to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements to reduce costs and boost productivity.
• Support quality management systems and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Assist in supplier development and risk management, including coaching suppliers, multi-tier sourcing visibility, and compliance with trade or sustainability standards.
• Enhance supply chain management across procurement, inventory, sourcing, and logistics.
• Develop, update, and document standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and policy manuals.
• Perform cost analyses, create and manage budgets, and recommend solutions for cost containment and margin improvement.
• Create and oversee implementation of action plans, tracking progress of improvement initiatives with follow-ups and status reports to clients.
• Introduce and support new technologies, including automation, digital tools, and AI implementation.
• Conduct training or workshops to enable process and cultural change.
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration between business units (engineering, production, procurement, sales) to optimize value chain performance.
• Provide data-driven insights using KPIs, benchmarking, and analytics.
• Support sustainability and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with leadership and department heads to ensure alignment on operational goals and sustain results over time.
• Manage customer and supplier relationships to maintain alignment on quality, pricing, and delivery expectations.
• Contribute insights and strategies for market growth, benchmark industry standards, and support go-to-market plans for new services or technologies.
• Drive innovation within projects and internally at P3.

WHO YOU ARE

• You hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• You Bring practical experience through internships or entry-level roles within automotive, manufacturing, or consulting environments.
  • Supported process improvement or operational projects contributing to measurable outcomes such as cost reduction, efficiency gains, or quality improvements.
    
  • Assisted in data analysis, KPI tracking, and reporting to enable decision-making and monitor project progress in real-world automotive or manufacturing environments.
    
  • Participated in implementation activities on-site, such as coordinating with cross-functional teams, updating SOPs, or supporting technology rollouts (automation, digital tools, AI).
• You demonstrate hands-on experience with AI-driven tools and data analytics for process optimization or decision-making.
• you show proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with digital tools.
• You are self-motivated and driven with entrepreneurial spirit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well spoken with powerful presentation skills, especially when interacting with customers.
• You are characterized by a precise, independent, and structured way of working in a fast-paced, demanding environment.
• You think outside of the box' to create solutions when none exist.
• With an agile mindset you are not afraid of diving into uncharted waters.
• Strong conflict resolution skills help you manage, mitigate, and resolve conflicts.
• Your English skills are solid, German and/or Spanish is a plus.
• You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs.
• You are legally authorized to work in the U.S.
  

GOOD TO KNOW

• We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential.
• You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays.
• We offer mentorship and onboarding programs and a flat hierarchy.
• You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching.
• We offer national and international travel opportunities.
• You have career opportunities in a fast-growing company and work in small, efficient project teams.