Industrial Engineer

Overview

Industrial Engineer position to optimize operational processes within the organization. This role involves analyzing and improving systems, workflows, and procedures to enhance efficiency and productivity. The Industrial Engineer will collaborate with various departments to implement strategic solutions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Pay range: $73-93k DOE

This position is located in Syracuse, NY.

Bluefors designs and manufactures cryogenic solutions that enable breakthroughs in quantum technology, scientific research, and other advanced industries from our Syracuse facility, home to Cryomech product lines.

Founded in Finland in 2008, Bluefors quickly became a global leader in ultra-low temperature systems. With the addition of Cryomech, Syracuse-based pioneer since 1963, our combined expertise allows us to deliver reliable, high-performance products that scientists, innovators, and industries depend on every day.

Our team of 600+ professionals from over 50 nationalities is united by curiosity, craftsmanship, and a shared mission: to help our customers go further. Whether building precision cryocoolers, engineering complete measurement systems, or supporting our products in the field, we focus on quality, collaboration and progress.

Working at Bluefors means contributing to technology that has real impact worldwide. In Syracuse, our employees are the heart of producing the cryogenic systems that enable tomorrow's discoveries - while building rewarding careers in engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, sales, service and beyond.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct time and motion studies to analyze work methods, equipment utilization, and overall efficiency.

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

• Design and implement effective production layouts, considering factors such as workflow, ergonomics, and safety.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline communication and processes between departments.

• Develop and maintain training instructions and standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and quality in operations.

• Utilize statistical methods and tools to analyze data and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Evaluate and recommend changes to equipment, materials, or systems to improve efficiency.

• Collaborate with senior engineers to implement lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and optimize resource utilization.

• Assist in the planning and implementation of new production lines or facilities upgrades.

• Conduct root cause analysis for operational issues, present findings to manufacturing engineering manager, and propose possible corrective actions.

• Provide training and support to employees on new processes and improvements.

• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of implemented changes.

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering manager and production manager to develop and implement strategic plans for process optimization.

• Additional duties as assigned

BS in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university or college. A minimum of one year in an engineering role is required. Experience with lean six-sigma principles and methodologies preferred (no belt or certification required).

Bluefors offers a generous benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401K, long and short-term disability, life, training, tuition reimbursement, and Paid Time Off (PTO).

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization.

Bluefors Cryocooler Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of disability status, veteran status, or any other New York State or federally protected characteristic.