Industrial Engineer
DRiV · Skokie, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Industrial
- Base pay
- $67k–$113k
- Degree
- Required
- Certification
- Green Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 16 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level industrial role at DRiV (industrial) in Skokie, IL. Additionally, you can freely decide and change any time whether you accept cookies or choose to opt out of cookies to improve website's performance, as well as cookies used to display content tailored to your interests.
- They ask for
- degree required · Green Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Green Belt, Tooling
- Base pay
- $67k–$113k
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Industrial Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $80k–$120k. This one lists $67k–$113k.
Median of the low and high ends of 9 live postings that list pay, out of 16 industrial engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 15 other live industrial postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- About 11% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $82k–$120k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 56%
- ✓ Six Sigma 44%
- Plant layout 44%
- AutoCAD 44%
- Automation 38%
- Time studies 38%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
At a glance
Pulled from the posting text. If it's not listed here, the posting didn't say.
How to get in at this plant
Five moves over a week or two. The first one takes ten minutes.
- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at DRiV
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
- 2
Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
- The posting mentions a Green Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
- 4
Apply with someone vouching for you
If the call went well, ask whether they’d pass your résumé to the hiring manager. Send your résumé link, apply that day, and let them know.
- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from DRiVAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Position Summary
Responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. Functions performed may include determining the machines, equipment, and tools, and the sequence of operations necessary to perform production and assembly operations, recommending the design of production machines and other plant equipment and advising and assisting vendors with design problems in connection with tools, gauges, and equipment designed for use in manufacturing.
Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- ◆Manages new process development.
- ◆Proposes changes to the manufacturing process.
- ◆Coordinates activities with various internal & external customers.
- ◆Develops new and improves existing manufacturing process design.
- ◆Selects and manages tooling, equipment, and material sources and ensures project deadlines are met.
- ◆Works with engineering and commercial teams to determine processes, materials, and projects that need to be developed.
- ◆Responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continually improve manufacturing processes and products.
- ◆Determine the machines, equipment, tools and sequences of operations necessary to perform production and assembly operations.
- ◆Recommend the design of production machines and other plant equipment.
- ◆Advise and assist vendors with design problems about tools, gauges, and equipment designed for use in manufacturing.
- ◆Actively participates with teams and with teammates to provide improvements in Safety, Quality, and Productivity
Desirable Education & Experience
- ✓Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering.
- ✓4+ years of relevant manufacturing experience with a preference for automotive.
- ✓CAD experience is a plus.
- ✓Working knowledge and application of structured problem solving, Lean, Six Sigma and cost savings analysis.
- ✓Ability to obtain or currently have certification in Lean for Manufacturing, Lean Product Development, and Six Sigma Green Belt or higher.
- ✓Goal-oriented Manufacturing Engineer (AME) capable of working independently and as a team leader.
Show full description ↓Show less ↑
Industrial Engineer Job Details | DRiV
We use cookies to offer you the best possible website experience. Your cookie preferences will be stored in your browser’s local storage. This includes cookies necessary for the website's operation. Additionally, you can freely decide and change any time whether you accept cookies or choose to opt out of cookies to improve website's performance, as well as cookies used to display content tailored to your interests. Your experience of the site and the services we are able to offer may be impacted if you do not accept all cookies.
Modify Cookie Preferences
Accept All Cookies
Skip to main content
Português (Brasil)
简体中文 (中国大陆)
Log in as external candidate
Log in as DRiV employee
Português (Brasil)
简体中文 (中国大陆)
Log in as external candidate
Log in as DRiV employee
Português (Brasil)
简体中文 (中国大陆)
Log in as external candidate
Log in as DRiV employee
Search by Keyword
Search by Location
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert
Create Alert
×
Select how often (in days) to receive an alert
Industrial Engineer
Apply now »
Date: Oct 21, 2026
Location
Skokie, IL, US
Company
DRiV
At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry.
With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win.
How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success.
Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here.
Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way .
DRiV is the aftermarket business group of Tenneco - DRiV website
Tenneco’s Motorparts (DRiV) is a world leader in the international automotive aftermarket built from the combined strengths of Tenneco, Federal-Mogul and Öhlins with 31 of the best known and respected aftermarket brands, including 14 brands 100 years or older. Our colleagues throughout 25 countries around the world work as one team, driving advancements that help our customers get the most from every vehicle, every ride, every race, and every journey.
Skills
- •Ability to manage multiple projects and meet critical deadlines.
- •Self-motivated with strong written and verbal communication skills.
- •Ability to effectively pre