Routing Engineer

Position

Position:
Engineer – Continuous Improvement (Route Planning)

Locations

• Onsite:
Coppell, TX or Irving, TX

• Fully remote (nationwide)

Shift Schedule

Monday – Friday, 2:00 am – 10:00 am CST

Summary

This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture by performing daily route planning and optimization for dedicated customers across the Ryder network. The Engineer processes orders using automated processes and routing software to produce optimal route plans for execution by the Ryder operating team in a timely manner. The role interfaces with operating teams across the country and collaborates within the engineering team.

The Engineer executes continuous‑improvement projects to support broader CI initiatives and learns engineering methodologies through mentorship. Continuous‑improvement activities account for 15‑25 % of time.

Essential Functions

• Daily route planning for operating teams, leveraging automated processes and transportation‑modeling software.
• Monitor electronic processing of customer order files and routing results.
• Produce optimal, executable, multi‑stop dedicated routes based on pre‑determined parameters and customer orders within a defined period.
• Plan routes for multiple sessions per day for multiple locations and customers; each session typically takes 1‑2 hours.
• Develop competency in engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards; apply product slotting, time‑study labor standards, flow optimization, data profiling, and resource modeling to improve transportation operations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Effective interpersonal skills, change‑implementation skills, strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; self‑driven in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to manage CI projects from start to sustained results.
• Multi‑tasking, highly organized, excellent time‑management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• ≥ 2 years related experience in the transportation or supply‑chain industry.
• 0‑1 year transportation experience (Transportation Management, Dedicated, FTL, LTL) – required.
• Microsoft Office Suite skills (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) – intermediate level.
• Basic knowledge of data visualization (Power
  
  BI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX). Beginner level; preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Lean core tools/processes (5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem‑solving). Beginner level; preferred.

Travel

0 %‑5 %

Job Category

Engineering

Compensation Information

Salary: $70,000 – $75,000 annually (salaried). Eligible for annual bonus, commission, or long‑term incentive plan.

Benefits Information

Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, paid vacation, illness, bereavement, and parental leave, and a tax‑advantaged 401(k) retirement plan.

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Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug‑Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or disability status.

Important Note

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