Industrial Engineer - US Bellows

Position Title
:
Industrial Engineer

Department: U.S. BELLOWS

Reports To
: U.S. BELLOWS OPERATION MANAGER

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Day shift / Monday–Friday, etc.

STATUS: NO F1/VISA/OPT/EAD

Founded in 1978 and based in Houston, TX, PT&P is a leading manufacturer of engineered pipe supports and other piping system products used in power, refining, chemical, and related industries. We’re known for fast turnaround, reliable quality, and a strong commitment to helping our customers keep critical infrastructure running. With a wide range of in-house capabilities, PT&P continues to grow while staying focused on innovation, service, and long-term partnerships.

Join our team and help deliver solutions that keep critical infrastructure running safely and efficiently.

We are seeking a motivated Entry-Level Industrial Engineer to join our operations team. In this role, you will work closely with the production and planning departments to improve on-time delivery performance through data-driven decision-making and process optimization using tools like JPI scheduling software
. You will be responsible for collecting and analyzing shop floor data, conducting time studies, mapping workflows, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of manufacturing processes
, supply chain fundamentals
, and Lean/Six Sigma principles
, along with strong analytical and communication skills. This is a hands-on role that requires collaboration across departments and adaptability in a fast-paced production environment.

• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, production, and IT departments to support seamless data integration for production planning and analysis.
• Collaborate closely with the production and planning teams to improve on-time delivery performance by leveraging the JPI system for scheduling analysis and process optimization.
• Collect and document time and quantity data daily from both critical and non-critical shop floor processes to support real-time operational insights.
• Conduct time studies to compare and evaluate differences between auto-generated and manual scheduling methods.
• Gain a thorough understanding of shop floor workflows to identify opportunities for improvement and process standardization.
• Work effectively within cross-functional teams to drive data-informed decisions across production and planning activities.
• Track, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and areas for continuous improvement.
• Perform time and motion studies to assess task efficiency and recommend workflow improvements.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of basic supply chain and manufacturing operations concepts.
• Break down complex problems and evaluate viable alternatives to recommend effective solutions.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and documentation to communicate findings and suggestions to team members and management.
• Collaborate proactively with operators, supervisors, and engineers to ensure smooth implementation of improvements.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Basic knowledge of supply chain operations and production scheduling
  .
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools (e.g. Power BI, or equivalent)
• High level of organization and attention to detail
  .
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed

· This is a full-time,
in-person position located at:
3701 Holmes Rd, Houston, TX 77051

·
Varying Environmental Conditions – Heat, Rain, Cold, Plant Environment

Health. Dental. Vision. Life. Paid Holidays.