Job Description
Job Description
What You Will Do
The Industrial Engineer III leads the design and industrialization of scalable manufacturing systems for new products. This role partners closely with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, and Operations to ensure products are designed, launched, and ramped with efficient, robust, and cost-effective manufacturing processes.
This position plays a critical role in New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, production ramp planning, and factory system design, influencing manufacturing strategy from early concept through volume production.
Manufacturing Strategy & NPI Industrialization
- Lead industrialization planning for new product programs from concept through launch.
- Evaluate manufacturing technologies, equipment, and automation opportunities.
- Develop scalable, flexible production architectures to support growth and product mix changes.
Production System & Factory Design
- Design manufacturing cells, production lines, and material flow.
- Lead plant layout development for new products, line expansions, or facility growth.
- Define automation strategies for high-mix, variable-volume manufacturing environments.
- Perform capacity analysis and production ramp planning.
Process Validation & Product Launch
- Lead zero-run builds and Manufacturing Production Process Review (MPPR) readiness activities.
- Ensure manufacturing processes meet quality, throughput, cost, and safety targets.
- Drive improvements in process capability, yield, and operational robustness.
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Partner with Product Engineering early in the design phase to influence manufacturability.
- Provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) input and risk assessments.
- Lead or significantly contribute to global initiatives that drive cross-site consistency and continuous improvement.
- Act as a liaison to Corporate Industrial Engineering, influencing standards, tools, and methodologies.
- Mentor junior engineers, technicians, and project team members.
Continuous Improvement
- Lead major manufacturing improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Develop and deploy manufacturing best practices across product lines and facilities.
- Support lean manufacturing efforts and operational excellence initiatives.
Other Duties
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
What You Will Bring
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related roles
- Demonstrated experience leading NPI industrialization efforts
- Proven experience designing manufacturing systems and production lines
- Strong expertise in DFM, value stream analysis and production capacity modeling
- Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at varying stages of development
Preferred:
- Master of Science in Industrial Engineering or Operations
- Experience in factory design layout
Why TURCK?
We’re committed to empowering our employees to do meaningful work while supporting their growth, well-being, and long-term success.
Autonomy & Impact
Take ownership of your work and drive meaningful results. Your ideas and expertise directly influence how we design, improve, and scale our manufacturing capabilities.
Career Growth
Build your skills and grow your career within a global organization that actively invests in your development through hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and cross-functional collaboration.
Collaborative Culture
Work alongside teams who value partnership, inclusion, transparency, and continuous improvement. We believe the best solutions are built together.
Comprehensive Benefits & Wellness Support
We offer a robust benefits package designed to support you and your family, inside and outside of work, including:
- Onsite healthcare clinician and telehealth access for employees and their eligible family members, providing convenient, accessible care
- Competitive medical and dental insurance with above-market employer contributions
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer match and profit-sharing opportunities
- Generous paid time off and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and continued learning support
- Wellness programs, including health coaching and mental health resources
Ready to Lead the Future of Automation?
Apply now to join a company where your leadership drives real results—and your career can thrive.