Lead Industrial Engineer, Global Automation

General Overview

Req : 135813

Region: Americas

Country: USA

State/Province: Texas

City: Richardson

Functional Area: Engineering

Career Stream: Equipment Engineering Manufacturing

SAP Short Name: LEN-ENG-EQM

Job Level: Level 08

IC/MGR: Individual Contributor

Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

As a key member of the Celestica Global Automation (CGA) team, the Lead Engineer is responsible for designing and optimizing world-class manufacturing environments. This role focuses on the integration of advanced automation—including robotics and autonomous mobile robots (AMRs)—with manual processes to streamline material flow and maximize floor efficiency.

The Lead Engineer leverages simulation tools to resolve complex manufacturing challenges, performing capacity calculations and warehouse optimizations to build scalable facilities. Reporting to the Senior Director of Automation Engineering
, this position is based in the Richardson/Dallas area and serves as a critical technical resource for Celestica’s U.S. sites.

Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following:

• Create comprehensive 2D and 3D facility layouts utilizing industry-standard design tools.

• Design automated, semi-automated, and manual material flow processes for diverse environments, including high-volume production and complex warehousing.

• Develop detailed simulations of assembly and material flows using tools like Emulate3D to identify bottlenecks, mitigate traffic congestion, and validate process improvements.

• Utilize AI-driven methodologies within simulated environments to optimize process flows and assembly line configurations.

• Conduct time studies and data collection to perform line balancing, ensuring peak operational efficiency.

• Lead automation projects through all phases of the Project Life Cycle, from initial concept to final implementation and documentation.

• Partner with automation peers and site stakeholders to deliver innovative, Lean-based solutions to customers.

• Maintain expert-level knowledge of emerging trends in automation, simulation, and emulation technologies.

• Proficient in 2D/3D layout design and drafting principles using AutoCAD, Solid Works
  , or similar platforms.

• Demonstrated experience in line balancing, cycle time analysis, and scenario testing.
  
  Experience with
  Emulate3D or robotic simulation systems is highly preferred.

• Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing concepts, including Demand Flow, Cell Concepts, and Tooling/Fixturing.

• Ability to thrive in fast-changing, dynamic environments while managing multiple project priorities.

• Strong professional written and verbal communication skills; able to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• (Preferred) Knowledge of financial modeling, including ROI and Payback period calculations for automation investments.

• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment.

• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data.

• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.

• Occasional travel may be required.

• Minimum of 3–5+ years as a designer or engineer in the industrial automation field. Experience in electronics manufacturing is a significant plus.

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.

Educational Requirements may vary by Geography

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time.

Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable…