Industrial Engineer

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Milpitas, CA, USA
In-Office
75K-102K Annually
Mid level
Hardware • Other • Appliances
The Role
The Industrial Engineer improves manufacturing productivity, throughput, cost, quality, and worker and equipment utilization. Responsibilities include estimating process times, simulating manufacturing workflows, supporting prototyping and trial runs, conducting work measurement, analyzing facility layouts and production data, reducing waste, implementing process improvements, and supporting Lean, automation, and Six Sigma initiatives. The role also develops production planning, control, and cost-management systems and collaborates with engineering, management, NPI, and sales teams.
Summary Generated by Built In
Flex is the diversified manufacturing partner of choice that helps market-leading brands design, build and deliver innovative products that improve the world.

A career at Flex offers the opportunity to make a difference and invest in your growth in a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative environment. If you are excited about a role but don't meet every bullet point, we encourage you to apply and join us to create the extraordinary.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add Industrial Engineer located in Milpitas CA

Reporting to the Sr. Industrial Engineering Supervisor, The Industrial Engineer will be responsible for increasing productivity through the management of workers, methods of business organization, and technology to solve organizational, production, and related problems efficiently.

What a typical day looks like:

  • Provides process time estimation to the quote team.
  • Simulates process, materials and manufacturing workflow and gives input to process engineers by using REFA, MOST, WITNESS and adequate tools.
  • Reviews result during prototyping and trial runs and gives feedback to NPI and sales team.
  • work measurement programs and examine work samples to develop standards for labor utilization.
  • Examines staff utilization, facility layout, and operational data, such as production costs, process flow charts, and production schedules, to define efficient utilization of workers and equipment.
  • Recommends methods for improving worker efficiency and reducing waste of materials and utilities, such as restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocation workstations and equipment, and purchase of equipment.
  • Conference with management and engineering staff to implement plans and recommendations.
  • May develop management systems for cost reviews, financial planning, wage and salary administration, and job evaluation.
  • Develop management control systems to aid in financial planning and cost reviews, and design production planning and control systems to coordinate activities and ensure product quality.
  • Design or improve systems for the physical distribution of goods and services, as well as defining the most efficient plant locations.
  • Manages and supports initiatives to increase throughput, reduce cost and improve performance in constrained areas like Lean, Automation and/or Six Sigma projects.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering,
  • 4+ Experience in Manufacturing Industry
  • Proficient with design tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Flexsim
  • Travel up to 5% minimal
  • Experience in manufacturing or a related field is highly desirable.

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What you'll receive for the great work you provide:

  • Full range of medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Matching 401(k) Contributions
  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Application Deadline:

Applications for this job position will be accepted for at least five days following the job posting start date below and continuing until the end date below or until the position is filled. This posting may close sooner due to application volume.

Job Posting Start Date 08-25-2026 Job Posting End Date 08-29-2026

The base pay range for this position is provided below. The final base rate offered will be determined using job-related, non-discriminatory criteria, including but not limited to experience, qualifications, geographic location, education, external market data, and internal equity.

$74,500.00 USD - $102,400.00 USD Annual

Job CategoryProduction Engineering

Relocation: Not eligible

Is Sponsorship Available?

No

Flex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment selection decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate based on: age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law. We're happy to provide reasonable accommodations to those with a disability for assistance in the application process. Please email [email protected] and we'll discuss your specific situation and next steps (NOTE: this email does not accept or consider resumes or applications. This is only for disability assistance. To be considered for a position at Flex, you must complete the application process first).

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
  • 4+ years of experience in the manufacturing industry
  • Proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and FlexSim
  • Experience in manufacturing or a related field

Flex Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flex and has not been reviewed or approved by Flex.

  • Healthcare Strength Health, dental, and vision coverage begin on day one with options for dependents, alongside disability, life, mental‑health resources, and fertility/adoption and gender transition support. Plan choice and wellness programs indicate a robust healthcare offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Paid holidays, paid sick time, company‑wide shutdown days, and in some cases unlimited PTO point to extensive time‑off provisions. Flexible and hybrid work arrangements in certain teams further support work‑life balance.
  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Quarterly bonus checks and performance bonuses supplement base pay, and some roles can earn overtime at 1.5x. These elements strengthen the reliability of cash incentives.

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Year Founded: 1969

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