Industrial Engineer 1
JE Dunn Construction · Kansas City, MO
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Industrial
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 21 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level industrial role at JE Dunn Construction (industrial) in Kansas City, MO. In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Value stream mapping, Time studies
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Industrial Engineer roles in Missouri: typical posted base $86k–$130k.
Median of the low and high ends of 6 live postings that list pay, out of 10 industrial engineer openings in Missouri, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 9 other live industrial postings in Missouri.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $86k–$130k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 60%
- Plant layout 60%
- Capacity planning 50%
- ✓ Time studies 40%
- ✓ Kaizen 40%
- Root cause 30%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- 1
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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?
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Full description from JE Dunn ConstructionAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Core
- ◆INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING FAMILY – CORE*
- ◆Analyzes existing processes and workflows to identify inefficiencies or productivity issues and develops appropriate timelines, schedules and budgets.
- ◆Implements technologies and drives new processes and quality control initiatives that resolve workflow problems, maximize product or process reliability, improve productivity, reduce waste and minimize cost.
- ◆Identifies and implements improvements in methods, procedures, equipment, staffing or workflow that are aimed at improving productivity, process integrity and quality.
- ◆Facilitates process improvement and waste reduction activities using lean tools such as value stream mapping, time studies, flow diagrams, Kaizen events and SERVQUAL analysis.
- ◆Acts as a coach, trainer and mentor in facilitating continuous improvement opportunities focused on systems, operational processes, efficient handoffs and standardization of best practices.
- ◆Evaluates and analyzes ideas to reduce operating costs and increase corporate profitability through end-to-end process improvement.
- ◆Develops documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Studies activity-based processes and conducts labor management studies to improve work methods.
- ◆Develops and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to track improvement.
- ◆Coordinates with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project implementation.
- ◆Optimizes the use of resources including manpower, materials and machinery.
- ◆Develops and implements inventory control systems.
- ◆Designs processes that ensure the safety and well-being of employees.
- ◆Conducts ergonomic assessments and implements improvements.
- ◆Collects and analyzes data to support decision-making. Prepares and presents reports on findings and recommendations.
- ◆Remains current on the latest industry trends and technologies.
Key Role
Responsibilities
- ◆Additional Core
N/A
Education
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering or related field (Required)
- ✓In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
Experience
- ✓0-2 years Industrial Engineering experience (Required)
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Role Summary
The Industrial Engineer 1 will be responsible for designing, improving and implementing integrated systems of people, materials, information, equipment and energy. This position will work closely with project teams to increase efficiency, reduce waste and optimize processes. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.
- •Autonomy & Decision-Making: Makes decisions on non-routine matters, provides recommendations to supervisor, and refers all exceptions to supervisor.
- •Career Path: Industrial Engineer 2
Key Role
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- •Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
- •Communication skills, verbal and written - Advanced
- •Proficiency in MS Office - Intermediate
- •Ability to facilitate meetings and build consensus with team members and clients
- •Ability to conduct effective presentations - Intermediate
- •Ability to provide performance management feedback and complete evaluations
- •Ability to adapt and respond to dynamic situations - Intermediate
- •Ability and desire to master new skills - Intermediate
- •Ability to adapt to change and to lead change management - Intermediate
- •Listening skills
- •Ability to read a situation and make sound recommendations
- •Ability to speak confidently in large sized groups
- •Ability to continuously learn and remain consistently coachable
- •Knowledge of industrial engineering process and philosophy- Intermediate
- •Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
Working Environment
- •Must be able to lift up to 10 pounds
- •May require periods of travel
- •Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet business needs
- •Normal office environment
- •Frequent activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
- •Occasional activity: Standing, Walking, Bending, Climbing, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
Benefits Information
The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union. Please click the link below for more details.
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This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.
- •JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to*
- •JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the prope