Senior Industrial Engineer

Position Overview

This role supports Burlington Stores Supply Chain organization by leading and contributing to initiatives that improve productivity, reduce operating expenses, maximize throughput, and enhance workplace safety through data-driven reporting and analysis. Serving as Burlington Stores subject matter expert in labor management, the position provides guidance and policy recommendations to Distribution Center (DC) leadership across a national logistics network. The role partners closely with DC operations leadership and supports complex, cross-functional projects and ad hoc assignments aligned to business objectives. Responsibilities may periodically require night or weekend work based on operational needs. The position leverages expertise in standard data and predetermined time systems, statistical analysis, operations research, line balancing, material handling systems, and cost justification, with preferred experience in SQL, BI/reporting tools, Manhattan Associates supply chain solutions, and Dematic WCS functionality.

A Day in the Life

Lead and execute the development and maintenance of accurate and effective engineered standards through time and frequency studies.

Assist in management of the productivity clerical team.

Define and maintain “Best Methods” for all job functions across all Shifts including training of management and hourly workforce on productivity and work methods

Analy ze , implement , and document enhancements to existing work methods, flows, and processes to increase throughput

Propose and t est new concepts to improve the flow and setup in the distribution centers

Identify , propose, and develop improved operational and key metrics reporting

Collaborate with operations to create and build tactical and strategical tools to meet business objectives .

Support the design and implementation of material handling equipment incorporated into existing, new, and expanded network buildings

Support capital projects when required with cost justification (Return on Investment), cost/benefit analyses, and implementation

Support business objectives for expense and throughput improvement initiatives through needs assessment, work methods flow analysis, recommendations, and project implementation .

Use appropriate project management tools to plan, develop, and coordinate the completion of assigned tasks and deliver quantifiable results.

Work effectively with external resources (consultants and contractors) to ensure collaborative partnerships to meet business requirements

Provide guidance to less - senior engineers and be versed at team education, training and facilitation of engineering principles.

You'll Come With

4+ years of experience in projects related to process and material handling systems design, work measurement, productivity improvement, cost reduction and project implementation

BS Industrial Engineering required

Ability to work independently with little direct supervision

Experience with work measurement methodologies and tools with an emphasis on time study expertise

Experience in best methods development and implementation

Experience in the development and maintenance of a management observation program

Experience in the development and maintenance of an accountability program

Experience with productivity tracking, data collection systems

Experience with Standard Data and Predetermined Time Systems

Experience performing cost analysis for project justification

Strong ability to gather, analyze and interpret information and develop, recommend, and implement solutions while maintaining budget

Effective communication , planning, organization, and problem-solving skills

Excellent PC skills – Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Visio

Excellent interpersonal skills

Preferred: Six Sigma Green or Black Belt

Project Management

Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!

You will enjoy competitive wages, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full-time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.

We are a rapidly growing brand and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity

Individual pay decisions will be based on a variety of factors, such as but not limited to, qualifications, education, job-related skills, relevant experience, and geographic location.

Compensation Range: $80,000.00 - $105,000.00