Industrial Engineer

Job Description

Industrial Engineer - Automotive

Location: Fairfax, KS (Onsite)
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM (1st Shift)
Job Type: Contract (1 Year - Possible Extension)

We are seeking an Industrial Engineer to join a leading automotive manufacturing team in Fairfax, Kansas. This is an excellent opportunity for both recent engineering graduates and experienced professionals looking to launch or grow their careers in manufacturing. Candidates with an Industrial Engineering degree are highly preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Support manufacturing operations through process improvement and production optimization.
• Develop and maintain plant layouts using AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar layout design software.
• Analyze workflows, material flow, and facility layouts to improve efficiency.
• Collaborate with production, manufacturing, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with manufacturing process development, workstation design, and capacity planning.
• Identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve productivity.
• Participate in problem‑solving activities and implement process improvements.
• Work effectively in a union manufacturing environment while building strong cross‑functional relationships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Industrial Engineering strongly preferred).
• 0-8+ years of Industrial Engineering or manufacturing experience.
• Recent graduates with relevant internship or co‑op experience are encouraged to apply.
• Experience using AutoCAD, Solid Works, or similar layout design software.
• Manufacturing internship or professional manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience working in a union manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work across multiple departments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industrial Engineering degree.
• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience.
• Experience with facility layout, line balancing, or process optimization.
• Experience supporting unionized manufacturing facilities.

Branex Group is a Minority‑owned Technical Staffing firm headquartered in Auburn Hills, MI. We are a Certified Women’s Owned Business through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). We specialize in Engineering, Information Technology, Robotics, Human Resources, and Finance opportunities across the United States.

Branex Group is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We ensure all applicants and employees are considered without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, genetics, or any other protected characteristic by State and Federal laws.

Branex Group offers the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k)

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compen