Industrial Engineer (Decatur, ULA)

Job Title: Industrial Engineer Location: Decatur, AL 35601 Area Code: 256 Pay Rate: $45.00-55.00/hour Shift: 1st Employment Type: Direct, Full Benefits #IndustrialEngineering #spacemanufacturingjobs #rockets About the Role: We are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join our team in Decatur, AL. In this role, you will be responsible for improving manufacturing processes, driving efficiency, and implementing cost-saving initiatives at our customer's facility. This is a key position supporting high-impact production and quality efforts. Responsibilities

• Analyze production schedules, specifications, and orders to assess manufacturing methods and activities
• Design and optimize production processes to reduce waste and improve efficiency
• Develop and implement quality control strategies to enhance product reliability and lower costs
• Collaborate with management and stakeholders to establish and maintain production and design standards
• Lead the specification and selection of tooling and equipment for product launches
• Optimize work center and factory layouts for better line balancing and manpower utilization
• Review engineering documentation to ensure alignment with design for manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Develop standard labor time data and recommend design changes to reduce costs and improve quality
• Support cost-saving initiatives and contribute to New Product Development (NPD) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP)

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ITAR compliance required due to the nature of the work
• Bachelor's or Masters degree in industrial engineering or mechanical engineering
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills
• Preferred experience in automotive and vehicle production assembly
• Demonstrated leadership in project management and cross-functional collaboration
• Skilled with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methods (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma)

About You: You are a results-driven Industrial Engineer with a strong foundation in process optimization and a practical mindset. You bring hands-on experience in manufacturing environments, particularly automotive assembly, and have a proven ability to lead initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and support high-quality production outcomes. Belcan provides a competitive pay and benefits package. Benefits offered MAY include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and paid leave required by law. Salary guidelines for similar roles at Belcan are $45.00-55.00 per hour. Guidelines vary based on many factors including but not limited to education, qualifications, experience, discipline, geographic location, market, and business considerations. Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Build a challenging and rewarding career with an industry leader!