Industrial Engineer
Functional Devices, Inc. · Sharpsville, PA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Industrial
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level industrial role at Functional Devices, Inc. (industrial) in Sharpsville, PA. At Functional Devices, Inc., we have been providing top-quality products to a diverse range of industries since 1969.
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Automation, Time studies
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 312 other live industrial postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $84k–$124k, from 89 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 63%
- ✓ Time studies 48%
- ✓ Six Sigma 36%
- New product launch 28%
- AutoCAD 28%
- Plant layout 27%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
At a glance
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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 Functional Devices, Inc.
Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.
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Send a short, curious note
One real question about their work. No favors yet. Each person gets a different note, written for this role.
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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?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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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.
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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 Functional Devices, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
We are currently seeking a talented individual to join our team onsite as an Industrial Engineer.
Our Culture is rooted in 5 core values
Committed to Quality, Collaborative, Adaptable, Innovative, and Principled
At Functional Devices, Inc., we have been providing top-quality products to a diverse range of industries since 1969. Our offerings include building automation, HVAC, lighting, electrical, panel shops, fire & safety, wireless, and power monitoring solutions. Located in Indiana, we pride ourselves on manufacturing products that are rigorously tested for quality before leaving the production floor. Our Core Values reflect our commitment to excellence, innovation, collaboration, and integrity.
What you’ll do from day one
The Industrial Engineer is responsible for analyzing, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes to increase productivity, reduce waste, and ensure operational excellence.
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The impact you’ll make
- •Conduct time studies to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
- •Collaborate with production, maintenance, engineering, and quality teams to implement process changes that improve throughput, reduce waste, and optimize labor utilization.
- •Analyze production data and recommend best practices.
- •Collect and summarize production efficiency data for Engineering and Production.
- •Aid in creating layouts for optimal process and material flow.
- •Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- •Aid in new equipment procurement.
- •Participate in Lean Six Sigma Process
Engineering Team member
- •Attend and contribute to team meetings.
- •Provide information and support to FDI team members.
- •Communicates and represents the organization to customers and other external sources.
- •Establish and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships.
- •All other duties as assigned.
Eligibility Criteria
- •BA or BS in applicable Engineering discipline.
- •Advanced knowledge of production analysis techniques required.
It’s a plus if you have
- +Knowledge of Six Sigma Process
- +Knowledge of industry machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance strongly preferred.
- +Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in the production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Perks & Benefits
- •Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- •Paid Vacation & 10 Paid Holidays
- •Short Term Disability
- •Life Insurance
- •Paid parental leave
- •Employee Assistance Program & More
Functional Devices, Inc. is an EEO employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled as defined under the Americans With Disabilities Act, must be able to perform the essential job functions unaided or with reasonable accommodations, to be determined based on the individual assessment.
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