Bilingual Mandarin Industrial Engineer

Location: Glendale

Job Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial & Lean Engineer to drive operational excellence, capacity planning, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing facilities. In this strategic role, you will decompose high-level corporate objectives into actionable KPIs, oversee capital expenditure (CAPEX) budgets, and lead multi-faceted lean manufacturing initiatives-from initial plant construction and digital integration to value stream mapping and layout optimization.

As a key liaison between local operations and global headquarters, you will evaluate technology upgrades, mentor local engineering talent, and ensure smooth cross-border collaboration with engineering teams in China.

Key Responsibilities Formulate and implement comprehensive KPI targets aligned with departmental strategy and broader business goals. Manage industrial engineering operations for new factory site construction, capacity expansions, equipment utilization, and digital transformation projects. Optimize early- and late-stage manufacturing processes by implementing Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) changeover tactics, capacity improvements, and headcount efficiency. Design and execute the facility's lean operation system, conducting Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to identify waste and implement on-site continuous improvement projects.

Compile, organize, and manage the annual CAPEX budget, overseeing monthly expenditure reporting and project funding allocations. Spearhead strategic innovation initiatives focusing on plant layout optimization, material handling/logistics flow, cost reduction, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) optimization. Track individual and team project milestones, coordinating cross-functional resources to overcome operational bottlenecks. Conduct technical training and skills development for junior engineers, creating standardized training manuals and instructional documentation.

Liaise directly with global headquarters to stay aligned on process equipment upgrades, evaluating the necessity and feasibility of local implementation. Qualifications & Required Skills

Education:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Automation, Management Science, or a related field.

Experience:

5+ years of dedicated industrial engineering experience, with a strong preference for candidates with prior exposure to new factory construction or greenfield equipment development. Lean Expertise:
Proficient in industrial engineering methodologies, human factors engineering, lean manufacturing principles, VSM, SMED, 5S, and structured project management. Technical Tech Stack:
Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD), Microsoft Excel (advanced data analysis), PowerPoint, and standard corporate productivity tools. Language Proficiency:
Professional fluency in both English and Mandarin is required due to daily technical communication, documentation, and collaboration with China-based engineering teams and headquarters. Work Environment &

Physical Requirements Attendance:
Regular, predictable onsite attendance is an essential function of this role. Mobility:
Ability to navigate safely throughout office spaces, active manufacturing floors, and construction areas, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing stairs or ladders. Lifting:
Ability to lift and carry operational materials weighing up to 25 50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting as required. Travel:
Willingness to travel between local job sites or regional facilities as business requirements dictate.