Lead Industrial Engineer

White Cap

. Spearhead the design, optimization, and strategic planning of enterprise-level distribution center operations .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timePennsylvania • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and optimizing distribution center operations, utilizing advanced analytics and visualization tools for strategic planning. Proficient in project management, data-driven decision-making, and collaboration across multiple departments to enhance operational efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Distribution Center OperationsLayout Design and OptimizationData-Driven SolutionsWarehouse Management SystemsProject Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisRoot Cause AnalysisCost-Benefit AnalysisCapacity PlanningMaterial Flow Optimization

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationCommunicationProblem SolvingContinuous ImprovementAccountability

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADRevitSketchUpPower BITableauOracle ERP

Certifications & Qualifications

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Industry Keywords

Supply ChainOperations ResearchIndustrial EngineeringSimulation ToolsEmerging Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOraclePythonSQLTableau

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Spearhead the design, optimization, and strategic planning of enterprise-level distribution center operations
Lead the design and optimization of distribution center layouts to improve space utilization, safety, and scalability
Collaborate with Real Estate, IT, Supply Chain, Construction, and Material Handling vendors
Develop and evaluate data-driven solutions for slotting, capacity planning, and material flow using simulation and optimization tools
Build and present business cases with cost-benefit analysis, risk assessments, and performance metrics
Manage project lifecycles from requirements gathering through implementation
Conduct root cause analysis and drive corrective actions for continuous improvement
Research and apply industry best practices and emerging technologies
Use advanced analytics and visualization tools to communicate insights and support strategic planning
Partner across departments to foster teamwork, transparency, and shared accountability
Champion White Cap’s TRUSTED values, including safety, excellence, urgency, and service

Requirements

What you’ll need

Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline; alternatively, MS/MA with generally 5+ years of experience in a related field
Generally, 8+ years of experience in a related field with BS/BA
Certification is required in some areas
Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Supply Chain or related field
Proficiency in layout and design tools: AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, or similar CAD software
Familiarity with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle)
Advanced Excel and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
Programming or scripting knowledge (e.g., Python, SQL) for data analysis and automation is a plus
On-site when not traveling

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Overnight travel 20–50% of the time