Engineer, Industrial III
Southwire · Villa Rica, GA
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Industrial
- Degree
- Required
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 27 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior industrial role at Southwire (industrial) in Villa Rica, GA. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.
- They ask for
- degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Robotics, Automation, SAP
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Industrial Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $85k–$125k.
Median of the low and high ends of 79 live postings that list pay, out of 318 industrial engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Georgia plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 7 other live industrial postings in Georgia.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 75%
- ✓ Six Sigma 38%
- 5S 38%
- ✓ Automation 38%
- ✓ Black Belt 25%
- Kaizen 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Job Summary
The Industrial Engineer III is responsible for analyzing and optimizing the processes, systems, and procedures within the business unit they support. The position will lead and execute projects focused on improving operational performance, reducing costs, capital project justifications, and enhancing product or service quality. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring junior engineers, and providing solutions that enhance efficiency, productivity, and safety. The individual will work to ensure that Lean objectives are met and exceeded. Supporting a newly constructed mega-DC in Waco, GA, the individiaul will lead engineering support for automated system design and assume ownership of post go-live performance, driving sustained efficiency, utilization, and operational effectiveness.
This role will transition to our new Mega Distribution Center in Waco, GA (est. opening Q4 '26). Until then, the position will be based in Villa Rica, GA.
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Analyze data from SAP and BI via queries to identify and deliver recommendations for improvement.
- ◆Design and implement improvements in process flow, layout, and equipment utilization using lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to streamline operations and achieve operational targets.
- ◆Identify and manage project objectives, scope, timelines, and budget to improve operational processes, reduce costs, and increase productivity. Report on project progress and adhere to timelines.
- ◆Prepare reports and presentations for senior management on project outcomes and key performance indicators (KPIs).
- ◆Develop and implement standard work, standard operating procedures for business unit, ensuring processes and engineering solutions comply with safety standards and regulations.
- ◆Identify capital project opportunities, develop capital request write-ups, project justification, project budget prioritization and lead management of the project to meet expectations.
- ◆Develop and maintain systems to monitor and track key metrics such as throughput, storage capacity, cycle time, and resource utilization.
- ◆Maintain and optimize SAP configurations to fully utilize system capabilities.
- ◆Build strong relationships with site leadership and team members to understand business challenges and provide solutions.
- ◆Stay updated with the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies in industrial engineering and lead the integration of new technologies to enhance process efficiency (e.g., automation, robotics, ERP systems).
Required Education & Experience
- ✓Bachelor's degree in engineering. Industrial Engineering degree highly preferred.
- ✓Five years experience minimum in industrial engineering.
Preferred Education & Experience
- ✓Master's degree
- ✓Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt
Requirements
- ✓Moving 20%
- ✓Standing 20%
- ✓Sitting 50%
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A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Travel
- •Less than 20%
Physical
Working Conditions
- •Office
- •Warehouse floor
Equipment
- •Computer/Keyboard
- •Safety Glasses
- •Safety Shoes
Competencies
Action Oriented
Balances Stakeholders
Collaborates
Customer Focus
Nimble Learning
Plans and Aligns
Skills
Engineering Design Process
Lean Six Sigma
Influencing Skills
Continuous Improvement Process
Automation
Quality Assurance
Collaboration
Team Building
Analytical Skills
Project Implementation
Benefits We Offer
- •401k with Matching
- •Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- •Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- •Long & Short-Term Disability
- •Supplemental Insurance Plans
- •Employee Assistance Program
- •Employee Referral Program
- •Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- •Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- •Parental Leave
- •& More