Engineer – Industrial Engineering

Schaeffler

Engineer at Schaeffler planning and optimizing production systems to enhance productivity and profitability. Collaborating across functions to improve operations and manage product launches.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeCheraw • South Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for planning and optimizing production systems by applying systematic approaches to boost productivity and profitability.
Ensure the continuous improvement of operations across the value stream.
Plan, analyze and optimize the production system.
Create and maintain IE master data (e.g. Routing, BOM, Workcenter).
Coordinate cross-functional projects across the entire value stream related to process improvements, change management and product launches.
Evaluate production KPIs for continuous improvement and to guide decision-making (e.g. OEE, TEEP, etc.).
Perform product cost calculations.
Implement workplace design through time and motion studies (e.g. MTM, REFA).
Plan and manage capacity and investment planning.
Create and maintain P-FMEA.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field
Minimum of 2 years of Engineering experience in a Manufacturing/Production environment
Solid understanding of engineering processes and production-related topics
Strong analytical and structured working style
Confident, cooperative and solution-oriented approach
Effective communication, teamwork, and knowledge of industry standards
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment visa or other sponsorship
Proficiency in CAD software and mechanical engineering principles (preferred)
Experience in functional and cross-functional teams (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs.
Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

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Hard Skills & Tools

production optimizationvalue stream analysisprocess improvementproduct cost calculationstime and motion studiescapacity planninginvestment planningP-FMEAengineering processesproduction KPIs

Soft Skills

analytical skillsstructured working stylecooperative approachsolution-orientedeffective communicationteamwork