Industrial Engineer

US Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm said, “With what Virginia Transformer is doing, they are at the center of how we’re going to build out the backbone of our clean energy future.”

Virginia Transformer and Georgia Transformer Corp., is “the engineering firm that makes transformers.”

We are the largest US-owned manufacturer of electric transformers in North America and have been helping to secure the reliability and resilience of our country’s electric grid for more than 50 years. We produce power transformers for any conceivable application – GSU, substations, auto-transformers, grounding transformers, drive duty, rectifier, exciter, voltage regulator, and other.

The company is experiencing steady and sustained growth and serves every part of US industry from its six state-of-the-art North American facilities. We are actively looking for individuals who want to be part of a high-growth company and who want to share in the pride we have in ensuring American manufacturing continues to flourish. Without reliable power, manufacturing cannot operate. That is where we – and you – come in. Join us.

Location: Rincon, GA plant; must be able to relocate. This is an onsite role without remote or hybrid options.

Summary

Industrial Engineer

Job Description: As an Industrial Engineer for Winding Productivity, you will be integral to enhancing machine utilization and reducing wait times through smart, ergonomic improvements. Your role will be crucial in driving our continuous improvement culture, focusing on maximizing productivity and minimizing waste across our operations.

Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategies for productivity improvement in the winding area, focusing on machine utilization, running efficiency, and elimination of waiting time.

Engage in continuous improvement activities using tools such as Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, and Total Productive Maintenance to optimize safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost.

Collect and analyze data pertinent to productivity and waste reduction.

Implement process improvements based on thorough data analysis and workflow optimization.

Coordinate with production teams to manage schedules and enhance service delivery to maximize productivity.

Enforce rigorous quality control measures to minimize waste and enhance process efficiency.

Evaluate and redesign workflow and processes to improve both efficiency and ergonomics.

Plan, track, and manage CAPEX projects from inception through to successful operational handoff, maintaining strict adherence to budget and timeline constraints.

Experience & Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in productivity improvement or process improvement in an industrial setting.

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering or related field; Master’s preferred.

Demonstrable experience with lean manufacturing concepts and tools such as 6S Daily Management, Leader Standard Work, and more.

Advanced competency in data collection, analysis, and the ability to use this information to make informed decisions.

Proficient with Windows Office, AutoCAD, and/or Inventor.

Strong problem-solving skills and hands-on diagnostic abilities with both mechanical and electrical systems.

Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, capable of maintaining strong relationships.

Self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a team environment.

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance