Industrial Engineer, Project Engineering
DSV · Springfield, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Industrial
- Base pay
- $80k–$100k
- Travel
- 50%
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 8 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level industrial role at DSV (industrial) in Springfield, IL.
- They ask for
- 2+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), Automation, Plant layout
- Base pay
- $80k–$100k
- Day to day
- about 50% travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Industrial Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $80k–$120k. This one lists $80k–$100k.
Median of the low and high ends of 11 live postings that list pay, out of 19 industrial engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 18 other live industrial postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- About 10% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)
Typical $80k–$120k, from 10 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Plant layout 58%
- Lean 47%
- Time studies 47%
- Six Sigma 37%
- ✓ Automation 37%
- AutoCAD 37%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is it more layout and capacity work, or time studies and standard work?
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This plant: DSV in Springfield
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Position Summary
At DSV, the Industrial Engineer will support projects implementing new and existing business, site consolidations and relocations, and automation solutions. Additionally, this role will actively support the creation, validation, and use of tools and standards for both the department and DSV organization. All activities shall be completed with strict DSV organizational
requirements
for Safety, Quality, and Financial responsibility.
For new or expanding business, the Industrial Engineer core focus is to validate customer requirements, create the overall solution, and implement the owned tasks associated with the solution. The engineer is to provide feedback to the Project Manager for the project on estimated time, status, escalation, and scope changes regarding their assigned tasks within the DSV standard project delivery approach.
For warehouse consolidation, relocation, or new real estate projects, the Industrial Engineer will be responsible for collecting and collating all customer
requirements
for those to be relocated including but not limited to electrical, data, IT equipment, MHE, storage, automation, and any regulatory or security certifications and requirements. Interaction with the greenfield or brownfield general contractor for all building shell and property
requirements
within the project scope.
Other tasks may include standardization adherence and development or continuous improvement support. Vendor onboarding and budgeting support. Internal and external partnership and collaboration.
Engineering focus can be on either new or existing distribution operations. Successful candidates will be natural self-starters.
- ✓* Expected travel range: 50% **
Responsibilities
- ◆Lead the design, development, and implementation of warehouse and distribution center solutions including facility layouts, operational processes, and equipment selection.
- ◆Analyze and optimize operational workflows, including inbound, putaway, replenishment, picking, packing, shipping, and value-added services (VAS), to ensure efficient and scalable execution.
- ◆Define facility, process, and equipment
requirements
and gain stakeholder alignment on final solution designs.
- ✓Support design and implementation of warehouse technologies and distribution systems, including WMS or other related operational platforms, to maximize performance and operational effectiveness.
- ✓Develop detailed implementation plans, schedules, and task lists to support successful project delivery in partnership with Project Managers and cross-functional stakeholders.
- ✓Identify, evaluate, and procure capital equipment and other required assets to support operational start-up and long-term business objectives.
- ✓Manage vendor, supplier, contractor, and customer relationships throughout project execution.
- ✓Support the implementation and integration of automation and material handling solutions within distribution and fulfillment operations as a part of the overall engineering design.
- ✓Ensure all solutions comply with applicable customer requirements, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
- ✓Coordinate multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and driving successful project outcomes.
- ✓Develop and deliver project updates, business cases, presentations, and recommendations to leadership, customers, and executive stakeholders.
- ✓Collaborate with operations, engineering, IT, construction, and external partners to ensure successful project execution and operational readiness.
- ✓Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative supply chain solutions to continuously improve operational performance and design standards.
- ✓Support project activities within warehouse and construction environments, including travel, site assessments, commissioning, testing, and operational launches.
- ✓Travel as required to support project implementations, customer engagements, and business initiatives.
- ✓Perform additional duties and special projects related to operational improvements, new business implementations, network expansions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Education and/or Experience
- ✓Four-year degree is basic requirement (Industrial Engineering preferred)
- ✓Minimum of 2 years in the Logistics/Supply Chain Industry
- ✓Minimum of 1 years’ experience in warehousing solution implementation and design
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations
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DSV - Global transport and logistics
In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at https://www.dsv.com
Location: USA - VIRTUAL - US Illinois
Division: Solutions
Job Posting Title: Industrial Engineer, Project Engineering - 131187
Time Type: Full Time
Computer Skills
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