Who We Are:
At Avnet, relationships matter. We are a global, FORTUNE ® 500 technology distributor and solutions company that delivers design, supply chain and logistics expertise to customers at every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Our employees have a front row seat to the latest innovations shaping the world we live in and the future we share. We’re driven to help our customers around the world succeed and we do so by earning the trust of some of the biggest names in technology.
Working at Avnet means being a part of a global team. We work collaboratively and with integrity, doing business the right way. For more than a century, we have partnered together to help our customers, suppliers and teammates realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Experience what’s next at Avnet!
Job Summary
The Industrial Engineer II is responsible for driving operational excellence across a low-volume, high-mix computer integration environment. In addition to traditional industrial engineering responsibilities such as capacity planning, process improvement, and facility layout design, this role will play a key role in maximizing warehouse space utilization, supporting infrastructure expansion projects, and enabling the successful onboarding of new customers and business opportunities by working closely with Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse, Program Management, Quality, Facilities, Finance, and Global Operations teams.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who is comfortable analyzing data, multitasking, leading cross-functional projects, and influencing organizational change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Principal Responsibilities
- Analyze manufacturing processes and implement improvements that increase productivity, reduce cost, improve quality, and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Perform time studies, process mapping, and workflow optimization activities.
- Support new product introductions (NPI) and customer onboarding activities by developing scalable production processes and designing production cells.
- Support cost reduction projects through process simplification, automation, and waste elimination.
- Monitor facility utilization and identify operational constraints that may impact customer commitments.
- Support strategic decisions related to production expansion, insourcing, outsourcing, and capital investments.
- Provide recommendations on operational scalability for future business opportunities.
- Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and capacity utilization.
- Develop facility layouts using CAD tools and industrial engineering methodologies.
- Lead facility reconfigurations, infrastructure modifications, equipment relocations, and production area expansions.
- Support building improvements required for new customer implementations and changing business requirements.
- Participate in projects involving power distribution, network infrastructure, ESD requirements, automation, etc.
- Collaborate with engineering and operations teams at international integration and manufacturing centers.
- Share best practices and standardize engineering methodologies across multiple sites.
- Support global capacity assessments and benchmarking activities.
- Develop reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) including: Capacity utilization, Warehouse occupancy, space and power utilization.
- Present recommendations and project updates to site and executive leadership teams.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution and implementation.
- Support capital expenditure requests through technical analysis and business justification.
- Position may require to travel.
Distinguishing Characteristics & Skills:
- Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar layout design software.
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement methodologies, and industrial engineering principles.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
Work Experience:
- Typically 3+ years with bachelor's or equivalent.
Education and Certification(s):
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained.
What We Offer:
Our employees work hard to live our values and help us grow. Our total rewards strategy supports Avnet’s ability to attract, engage, develop, and reward our employees, while promoting a diverse and inclusive environment. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs — from time away and flexible working arrangements to programs supporting employee well-being and opportunities to give back to your community.
Generous Paid Time Off
401K and Pension Plan
Paid Holidays
Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
Education Assistance
Employee Development Resources
Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs
Benefits listed above may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Avnet.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
Avnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy of non-discrimination also applies to religious dress and grooming practices. Avnet will accommodate employee religious dress standards and grooming practices that do not result in undue hardship for the Company. If you are interested in applying for employment with Avnet and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position contact our Human Resources Service Center at (888) 994-7669.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Typically 3 or more years of relevant experience with a bachelor's degree or equivalent
- Knowledge of AutoCAD or similar layout design software
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement methodologies, and industrial engineering principles
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and presentation skills
Avnet Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Avnet and has not been reviewed or approved by Avnet.
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Retirement Support — A company-funded pension alongside a 401(k) and a discounted employee stock purchase plan establishes strong long-term savings options. Company materials and plan documents underscore active pension funding and tools that help employees model outcomes.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Company resources emphasize paid time off, paid holidays, and flexible or hybrid work where roles allow. Benefits guides also outline leave programs, including paid family leave in the U.S.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A broad well-being platform (THRIVE), EAP counseling, wellness reimbursements, employee discounts, and on-site health offerings extend support beyond core insurance. Development and community programs further contribute to a rounded total rewards experience.
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What We Do
Avnet is a global electronic components distributor with extensive design, product, marketing and supply chain expertise for customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle. For the past 100 years, Avnet has helped its customers and suppliers around the world realize the transformative possibilities of technology. Our culture was founded on new ideas and emerging technology. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Avnet is a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider at the center of the technology value chain. Founded in 1921, we work with suppliers in every major technology segment to serve customers worldwide across a broad range of markets. Whether working on large-scale production or early prototypes, we meet customer needs through individualized, end-to-end service to streamline solutions and improve efficiency for customers worldwide. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, we serve more than 1 million customers in more than 140 countries and partner with global suppliers from almost every technology segment.
