Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Industrial Engineer – Battery Module Assembly

Location: Orion Assembly Plant – Orion, MI

Industry: Automotive / EV Manufacturing

Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Senior (5+ years automotive required)

About the Role:

We’re looking for a driven and experienced Industrial Engineer to join our Battery Module Assembly Plant. You’ll play a key role in analyzing throughput data, identifying bottlenecks, and leading strategic initiatives to improve production efficiency in our electric vehicle (EV) module assembly process.

This position is a blend of strategic analysis, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration — ideal for someone who’s ready to have a measurable impact in a fast-paced, forward-thinking production environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Analyze weekly/monthly production data to identify throughput issues in the pack assembly process.

• Lead daily TIP (Throughput Improvement Process) meetings (12:30 PM), assigning ownership of issues and ensuring follow-through.

• Collaborate with engineers (on-site, headquarters, and suppliers) to troubleshoot underperforming stations.

• Use Standardized Data Sheets (SDS) for manpower planning and task optimization.

• Work on projects to reduce headcount and increase productivity — goal: eliminate at least one operator position this year.

• Contribute to the development of machine learning tools to track scrap and validate process improvements.

• Support and occasionally lead updates to Standardized Work (STS) and Job Element Sheets (JES) — reviewed monthly or quarterly.

• Present performance updates and project outcomes to cross-functional teams and leadership.

What We’re Looking For:

Must-Have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering from an accredited 4-year program.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Proven track record of leading projects and making an impact — e.g., reducing overtime, optimizing labor, or increasing throughput.

• Strong skills in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to gather and present actionable data clearly.

• Familiarity with Standardized Work documentation and Lean Manufacturing principles.

• Able to work under pressure, lead conversations around sensitive topics (e.g., manpower reductions), and earn the trust of team members at all levels.

Preferred:

• Experience with Siemens Plant Simulation or similar industrial engineering tools.

• Background in high-speed, automated assembly lines, ideally in EV or battery manufacturing.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communicator with the ability to lead meetings and present data in a compelling, concise way.

• Respectful, empathetic, and capable of navigating complex interpersonal situations on the floor.

• Problem-solver who can think strategically while also owning the execution.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of working at the forefront of EV production.

• Contribute directly to the automation and machine learning evolution of manufacturing operations.

• High visibility role with room to lead initiatives and drive measurable improvements.

• Work on a high-speed line building one battery module per minute — a critical part of our future.

Ready to lead the future of electric vehicle production?

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your automotive and industrial engineering experience.

Company Description

NDX Human Capital Solutions is a Veteran owned Contract Engineering company based out of Rochester Hills, MI. We're a partner / service provider to the OEM's and Automotive suppliers here locally and also a partner to the Department of Defense on a national basis, providing professional, technical staffing solutions.