Staff Industrial Engineer

Summary

Join Redwood Materials as a Staff Industrial Engineer and contribute to the development of innovative layout designs for new and expanded manufacturing lines. This role requires expertise in industrial engineering principles and proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD software. You will collaborate with various teams to optimize space allocation, ensure efficient material flow, and resolve space utilization conflicts. The position offers the flexibility of remote work or an on-site option in Reno/Sparks, NV. Success in this role demands strong analytical skills, problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills. Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Possess over 5 years of engineering experience with a focus on layout development
• Hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or possess equivalent experience
• Proficient in utilizing Revit and AutoCAD software
• Skilled in analyzing and optimizing designs for factories, production lines, or warehouses

Responsibilities

• Utilize Revit and AutoCAD software to optimize space allocation for production lines and supporting functions
• Collaborate with process, manufacturing, operations, and infrastructure engineering teams to establish efficient flow paths and determine appropriate aisle sizing for products, raw materials, and work in progress
• Resolve conflicts related to space utilization by conducting data-driven analyses and facilitating discussions among stakeholders
• Support data-driven decision-making processes for factory layout by providing relevant information and insights
• Design and optimize layouts for production support areas to enhance safety, density, and flow
• Gather input from internal teams to understand building requirements over time and in relation to capacity
• Work with external equipment vendors to define installation, operation, and maintenance requirements for production equipment, ensuring seamless integration within the factory
• Utilize Revit and other 3D modeling software to visualize and allocate space in three dimensions
• Assist in the development and evaluation of factory layout concepts, considering tradeoffs and quantifying their impact
• Deliver presentations and updates on factory layout progress to the executive team during steering meetings
• Compile and manage schedules, tracking milestones for space allocations aligned with programmatic targets

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative and strategic solutions for complex systems level challenges
• Comfortable working with ambiguous problems and finding effective resolutions
• Proficient in conflict management and applying objective thinking
• Capable of working under pressure, managing competing priorities, and meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Mastery of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint applications
• A passion for sustainability and making the world a better place!

Benefits

• The position is full-time
• Compensation will be commensurate with experience
• The position offers the flexibility to work remotely or be based in Reno/Sparks, NV