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Industrial Engineer

Epitec · Louisville, KY

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Level
Engineer
Team
Industrial
Base pay
$70k–$80k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Industrial
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The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level industrial role at Epitec (industrial) in Louisville, KY.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required
Tools it names
Lean, Kaizen, Time studies, Plant layout, AutoCAD
Base pay
$70k–$80k

Read from the posting. The full description is below.

From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026

Industrial Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $84k–$124k. This one lists $70k–$80k.

Median of the low and high ends of 84 live postings that list pay, out of 384 industrial engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

Kentucky plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →

How this role compares

Against 10 other live industrial postings in Kentucky.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 60+)

Similar roles usually ask 60+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Lean 82%
  • ✓ Time studies 82%
  • ✓ AutoCAD 64%
  • SAP 45%
  • ✓ Kaizen 45%
  • ✓ New product launch 36%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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. 1

    Pick 2–3 people on the Industrial team at Epitec

    Engineers who joined in the last year or two reply the most. Use the team search on this page to find them.

  2. 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. 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?
    • How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
  4. 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. 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 EpitecAs posted on their careers site.Show

Position Summary

We are seeking a strategic and dynamic Industrial Engineer to optimize material flow, improve operational efficiency, and drive productivity across manufacturing and warehouse operations. This role will focus on facility layout design, material storage optimization, packaging engineering, labor analysis, process improvement, and launch support. The ideal candidate is an analytical problem-solver with experience in Lean Manufacturing, AutoCAD, time studies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • ◆Design material storage plans, PFEPs, warehouse layouts, floor layouts, pallet racking, and material presentation solutions.
  • ◆Analyze material flow, labor utilization, and space utilization to improve operational efficiency.
  • ◆Lead facility layout changes supporting new programs, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • ◆Maximize storage utilization and optimize material movement throughout plant operations.
  • ◆Develop and maintain plant layouts, drawings, and facility documentation.
  • ◆Design and approve packaging solutions for new program launches and business opportunities.
  • ◆Support launch activities with operations teams to ensure smooth material flow.
  • ◆Conduct time studies and develop labor standards for manufacturing and material handling operations.
  • ◆Perform ergonomic evaluations and implement process improvements.
  • ◆Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • ◆Manage project tracking, reporting, and risk mitigation activities during launches and operational changes.
  • ◆Coordinate with Operations, Transportation, IT, and external vendors on layout and process improvements.

Required Qualifications

  • ✓Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
  • ✓Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations.
  • ✓Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and implementation.
  • ✓Strong knowledge of time studies, labor standards, and statistical analysis.
  • ✓Proficiency with AutoCAD for facility and layout design.
  • ✓Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, Word, and Access.
  • ✓Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
  • ✓Formal problem-solving training or experience.
  • ✓Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
  • ✓Ability to present findings and recommendations to senior leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

  • ✓Experience with warehouse optimization and material flow analysis.
  • ✓Packaging engineering experience.
  • ✓Experience supporting manufacturing launches and facility expansions.
  • ✓Continuous improvement, Kaizen, or process optimization experience.

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Job Title: Industrial Engineer

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

Job Type: Full-Time Direct Hire

Expected Hours per Week: 40 hours

Schedule: Onsite Monday-Friday

Pay Range: $70,000 - $80,000 per year

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