Senior Industrial Engineer
Location:
Macungie, PA, US, 18062
Position Type: Professional
Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.
What you will do
You will be responsible for defining and coordinating the end-to-end material and logistics flow to support new product introductions and industrialization activities. Acting as the senior technical expert, you will lead the evaluation of manpower and resource requirements, develop change management plans, and ensure strong alignment across cross-functional stakeholders. The role requires performing high-level analyses of material flow, space, cost, and transportation to identify critical impacts and risks, while defining sourcing, inventory, and logistics strategies. You will determine infrastructure, layout, and equipment needs, lead RFQs for logistics systems and assets, and support build and ramp-up phases. In addition, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives across logistics processes and act as a Scrum Master, supporting and enabling an agile team to deliver scalable, efficient, and robust logistics solutions.
You will belong to the LVO Logistics Engineering department. You will report to the Logistics Engineering Business Team Leader in LVO Mack Trucks and located onsite in Macungie PA.
Core Responsibilities
Design future logistics processes and solutions that utilize lean manufacturing concepts and latest innovations in technology and automation
Assigned as the key logistics resource for product and industrial projects to deliver end-2-end logistics solutions; work cross functionally across multiple departments following the project management logistics assurance plan deliverables
Must be able to make data driven decisions with the latest data analysis tools (AI, Power BI, etc.)
Defines material handling and logistics resource requirements, including manpower calculations and support needed for industrialization project phases
Develop and execute change management plans to ensure stakeholder alignment throughout the project lifecycle
Establishes the optimal material flow for new product families using business case and E2E evaluations to determine critical commodity flows
Performs high-level flow analysis during product introduction to identify critical paths and assess space and cost impacts
Analyzes transportation requirements, including trailer lane needs and logistics network impacts
Evaluates the flow impact of special packaging and non-standard material requirements
Develop new logistics strategies and align decisions with key stakeholders, including in-house versus 3PL responsibilities
Identifies infrastructure needs such as storage systems, racking, dock doors, and facility capabilities
Ensures RFQs are developed, released, and tracked for tooling, IT, infrastructure, material handling equipment, and carts
Determines sourcing strategies, including batch versus sequencing approaches
Evaluates inventory levels, storage capacity, and internal process depth requirements
Develops high-level layout concepts and industrial footprint analysis using AutoCAD
Perform space analysis to assess storage and material flow impacts based on part and volume changes
Implement Strategic Kaizens using MPS and VOC/MPG as base
Run Agile meetings as Scrum Master to assure features tasks are being delivered on time
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong in building networks across cultures and organizations
Proven leadership skills: communicative, persuasive, action oriented and results driven
Profound knowledge of logistics processes, project management, systems development
Proven to be very competent in designing and implementing logistic flows from A to Z
Proven knowledge about LEAN philosophy, problem solving and continuous improvement
Proven experience in managing projects and are skilled in project management structures
Advanced understanding and proficiency in IT systems
Lean manufacturing concepts and principles
Ability to work flexible hours especially during project implementations
Experience in logistics application development
Experiencing in training, coaching and mentoring in a technical capacity
Strong desire to embrace, utilize and implement emerging technology (AI, ML, IoT, Power Apps, Automation, etc.)
Experiencing with Master Process Guide and VOC (Volvo Operational Concept)
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain, or 7 years of relevant work experience
Minimum 5 years working in Manufacturing/Logistics preparation or engineering in a heavy-duty truck manufacturing environment
At the Volvo Group, we strive for a clear, transparent, and straightforward compensation approach, motivating you to contribute to the company's growth. For this position, the base pay is set at $96,000 - $118,500 annually, and where applicable, bonus eligible.? The range for this role, as well as final salary offered, is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, geographic location, work-related knowledge, certifications, skills, education, and experience. In addition to these factors, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.
In addition to a solid package of compensation and benefits, plus you will enjoy:??
Competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.
Generous paid time off.
Competitive matching retirement savings plans.
Working environment where your safety, health and wellbeing come first.
Focus on professional and personal development through Volvo Group University.
Programs that make today's challenging reality of combining work and personal life easier.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.
Who we are and what we believe in
We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group's leading brands and entities.
Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group . Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. ?We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. ?We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Mack Trucks is part of Volvo Group. Founded in 1900, Mack Trucks is an iconic brand that embodies the American spirit: pioneering, hard-working, authentic and ambitious. Mack trucks are recognized around the world as "The American Truck You Can Count On," thanks to our durable, reliable and application-driven vehicles that get the job done. With Mack Trucks you will be part of a global and diverse team. We work with passion, we trust each other and we embrace change to stay ahead. We make our customers win.
Job Category: Engineering
Organization: Mack Trucks
Travel Required: Occasional Travel
Requisition ID: 28020
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Do we share the same aspirations?
Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.
Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world's most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.
Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.
If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.
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