ITAC serves Process & Industrial clients with integrated engineering and construction services for complex capital projects. We also offer specialty services including power systems services and products, custom machine fabrication, and fall protection services and equipment. Founded in 1988 on a dream and a $5K loan, ITAC is a true success story. From humble beginnings to an ENR-Ranked Top Design Firm with a nationwide footprint and over 450 employees operating from 6 offices in Virginia, North Carolina, and South Carolina, we provide Fortune 500 companies with innovative design-build solutions. We specialize in power generation & utilities, chemicals, food & beverage, forest products, advanced manufacturing, and minerals & metals.
ITAC’s purpose is to make life better. For our employees, this means providing them with the resources and flexibility they need to have both a rewarding career and a fulfilling family life. ITAC is 100% employee-owned. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and Direct Stock Ownership, every team member has the unique opportunity to be an owner who shares in the company’s growth and earnings. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family.
We hire passionate and motivated people with an innovative mindset and the desire to grow. If the thought of challenging, fast-paced projects excites you, then you’ve come to the right place. At ITAC, you’ll be part of a collaborative team that works hard to make life better. For more information, visit itac.us.com.
This is a seconded position, meaning the selected candidate will be employed by ITAC but work full-time on assignment with one of our clients. While day-to-day responsibilities will be managed on-site with the client, ITAC provides ongoing support, resources, and benefits as your employer. This position is short term, likely 3-6 months with the possibility of extension and is fully onsite. Please only apply if these requirements are agreeable to you.
Objective
We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to support production operations through time and motion studies, labor standards development, and process optimization initiatives within a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role plays a critical part in improving efficiency, balancing workloads, supporting production readiness, and driving continuous improvement through data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Process Analysis and Improvement
- Conduct detailed time and motion studies to establish labor standards, identify inefficiencies, and improve productivity.
- Analyze work elements, material flow, and workstation layouts to optimize manufacturing processes.
- Develop, validate, and maintain standard work documentation.
- Support line balancing and capacity analysis efforts for existing and new production lines.
- Identify opportunities for waste reduction using Lean principles.
Production and Project Support
- Support production readiness and ramp-up activities, including new product introductions (NPI) and model changes.
- Collaborate with operations, manufacturing engineering, quality, and safety teams to implement process improvements.
- Assist with risk identification and mitigation strategies related to labor, ergonomics, and throughput.
- Support continuous improvement events and kaizen activities.
Data Analysis and Reporting
- Collect and analyze production, labor, and efficiency data.
- Track process improvement savings and report performance metrics and variances.
- Prepare documentation and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.
Administrative and Collaboration
- Participate in estimating and cost analysis related to labor and manufacturing efficiency.
- Communicate effectively with multiple project managers and operations leaders.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and professional development activities.
Requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline preferred.
Experience
- 3+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role.
- Demonstrated experience performing time and motion studies and developing labor standards.
- Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up processes.
- Experience supporting or working during manufacturing plant shutdowns is a plus.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, work measurement techniques, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Understanding of Six Sigma tools and data-driven problem-solving.
- Knowledge of general manufacturing safety requirements (including lock-out/tag-out, ergonomics, and standard work practices).
- Ability to troubleshoot production and process issues in fast-paced environments.
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel and manufacturing data systems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage cross-functional teams.
Benefits
From internships to seasoned professionals, our growing company provides career opportunities for all levels of experience. We offer our team a comprehensive benefits package and numerous employee incentives. For life’s challenges, we also provide our employees and their immediate families with certified chaplains for around-the-clock encouragement and support. Rooted in love, we serve and care for our employees like family. ITAC provides benefits such as
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- 401k & ESOP
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Sick Time Off
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development
- Wellness Program
- Mentorship Program
- Safety Incentive Program
- 24/7 Chaplain Care
Skills Required
- 3+ years in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role
- Demonstrated experience performing time and motion studies and developing labor standards
- Experience working in high-volume manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up processes
- Experience supporting or working during manufacturing plant shutdowns
- Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
- Understanding of Six Sigma tools and data-driven problem-solving
- Knowledge of manufacturing safety requirements (lock-out/tag-out, ergonomics, standard work)
- Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel and manufacturing data systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to engage cross-functional teams
- Willingness to work fully onsite for a short-term (likely 3-6 month) client assignment
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related (preferred)
What We Do
ITAC 1 (Industry Trade Advisory Committee on Aerospace and Defense Equipment) is a public-private partnership that engages business leaders to provide policy and technical advice to the U.S. government regarding trade agreements, market access, and trade policy in the aerospace and defense sectors. It serves as a key advisory body to the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Office of the United States Trade Representative.
