- The Industrial Engineer I will support manufacturing operations through process analysis, workstation optimization, inventory evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- This role will work closely with cross-functional teams and vendors to improve operational efficiency, reduce waste, and support manufacturing excellence using industrial engineering principles and analytical methods.
Requirement/Must Have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, STEM, or related field.
- Minimum 2 years of relevant industrial engineering or manufacturing experience.
- Strong CAD review and engineering drawing interpretation skills.
- Advanced Excel and data analysis skills.
- Experience analyzing inventory, operational processes, and manufacturing workflows.
- Understanding of manufacturing process optimization, workstation design, and line balancing concepts.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams.
Experience:
- Experience supporting manufacturing operations and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Experience reviewing CAD models and engineering concepts.
- Experience auditing inventory and identifying operational discrepancies.
- Experience working on process improvement or small operational projects.
- Experience using manufacturing analysis and process optimization methodologies.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with the creation and maintenance of standard work methods for new and existing production lines.
- Support the design of safe and efficient manufacturing workstations using ergonomic and plant layout principles.
- Conduct cost analysis for make-versus-buy decisions related to components and sub-assemblies.
- Review part numbers and conduct operational and inventory analysis.
- Manage small projects focused on resolving process and inventory discrepancies.
- Perform inventory audits and analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
- Coordinate with vendors to support manufacturing accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Review CAD models and engineering concepts to support manufacturing process evaluations.
- Support line balancing, process layout optimization, and waste reduction initiatives.
- Assist with manufacturing simulations, workflow analysis, and process documentation.
- Apply industrial engineering techniques to improve manufacturing efficiency and quality.
- Promote workplace safety, ergonomic compliance, and continuous process improvement.
Should Have:
- Knowledge of ergonomic standards and workstation design principles.
- Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with manufacturing simulations and process modeling tools.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills in manufacturing environments.
Skills:
- CAD
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Analysis
- Inventory Auditing
- Manufacturing Processes
- Industrial Engineering
- Line Balancing
- Process Layout
- Work Measurement
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Ergonomics
- Engineering Drawing Interpretation
- Cost Analysis
- Manufacturing Analysis
- Problem Solving
Qualification And Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, STEM, or related field required.
- Equivalent experience may be considered.
- Position may require compliance with export control or sanctions regulations.
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in the Washington, DC metro area, Cynet Systems Inc. is a leading staffing and recruiting powerhouse. Proudly recognized as a nationally and locally certified diversity firm, Cynet delivers agile, scalable talent solutions across industries. With an active footprint in all 50 U.S. states and Canada, we support thousands of consultants through our expansive, high-performing recruitment engine operating across North America and Asia—ensuring speed, quality, and consistency in every hire.
