Industrial Engineer Consultant - Planning & Analytics

OnTrac is hiring an Industrial Engineer Consultant!

Are you eager to join a dynamic and expanding company where you can both learn and make a meaningful impact? If you possess a strong sense of empathy, enjoy assisting others, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at problem-solving, we encourage you to apply today to connect with a recruiter!

Founded in 1986, OnTrac has evolved into the leading provider of same-day and next-day delivery services in the U.S. for premier e-commerce and product-supply businesses, including five of the largest retailers in the U.S. 

Location: Remote - This position may be performed remotely in states where the company is authorized to employ individuals.

Compensation: The expected starting base pay range for this position is $125,600 - $157,000, with full potential base salary range over a successful candidate’s tenure in the position of $125,600 - $188,400. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and other job-related factors.

This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, or other incentive compensation in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan of up to a 15% Bonus Target.

Employment Logistics: 

The Industrial Engineer Consultant designs, evaluates, and optimizes systems and layouts that support high-volume logistics, shipping, warehousing, and distribution operations. This role serves as a technical authority, resolving complex engineering challenges and leading initiatives that improve asset reliability, throughput, safety, operational efficiency, and cost performance across the organization. The Consultant also supports capital planning, equipment lifecycle decisions, and the adoption of material-handling technologies.

Unpacking the Benefits: 

Employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match 
• Flex vacation in states other than CA, CO, IL, MA, MT, and NE, with accruals up to 96 hours for first year of employment with tenure-based increases up to 160 hours
• Two (2) floating holidays per year
• Paid sick leave*
• Six (6) paid company holidays
• Two (2) weeks paid pregnancy disability leave, four (4) weeks paid parental bonding leave  
• Additional wellness and employee assistance programs

Benefits eligibility and offerings are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and company policies.

The Must-Haves: 

• 8+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge of industrial engineering, ideally within logistics, shipping, or manufacturing environments
• Advanced skills in industrial engineering systems design, analytics, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management
• Strong understanding of the interdependencies between mechanical systems, operations, safety, and business performance
• Strong knowledge of CAD software and simulation tools
• ​​It is the responsibility of every position to understand and adhere to the security guidelines outlined in OnTrac’s Acceptable Use policy and to conduct their activities accordingly.​

Your Mission in Motion: 

A summary of key responsibilities for the role is outlined below. Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support business objectives.

• Industrial systems technical leadership: Serve as a recognized technical authority for systems supporting logistics, shipping, warehousing, and material-handling operations, including conveyors, sortation systems, automated equipment, trailers, dock equipment, and packaging machinery.
• Engineering models & lifecycle strategy: Develop and refine complex engineering models, methodologies, and procedures that support equipment selection, deployment, maintenance strategies, and lifecycle optimization.
• Operational performance & engineering solutions: Recommend and implement practical, scalable solutions that improve throughput, operational performance, asset uptime, safety, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation in fast-paced logistics environments.
• Engineering methods & technical evaluation: Define appropriate methods for new or ambiguous engineering assignments using advanced analysis and professional judgment; evaluate vendor designs, technical proposals, and equipment performance against specifications, safety standards, and business objectives.
• Technology partnerships & innovation: Build strategic relationships with material-handling manufacturers to evaluate emerging technologies that improve operational efficiency and reduce reliance on human capital.
• Capital planning & strategic alignment: Develop detailed project estimates for capital expenditure planning and ensure engineering work aligns with departmental goals, capital plans, and broader business strategies.
• Technical recommendations & stakeholder communication: Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for non-technical stakeholders.

Paving your way to your success: 

• You adapt your communication style to connect engineering decisions with broader business, operational, and financial objectives.
• You lead complex engineering initiatives and influence cross-functional teams to achieve shared outcomes.
• You deliver innovative and effective solutions to challenging issues by understanding the interconnections among engineering, operations, safety, and other disciplines.
• You build strong relationships with stakeholders beyond your area of expertise and use persuasive communication to align decisions with broader business objectives.
• You define appropriate methods and procedures for new assignments, exercising sound judgment when selecting, adapting, and evaluating advanced techniques.

Posting Timeline: 

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for at least 15 days from the date of posting

Disclosures: 

*Washington state employees are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid sick leave annually.

The salary range above represents the national range for this position. The salary range may be inclusive of several career levels at OnTrac, and the actual base salary offered may vary depending on several factors including, but not limited to: Geographic location, candidate experience and qualifications, job-related skills and competencies, market alignment, and financial considerations. 

Compensation decisions are made based on the specific circumstances of each hire to ensure fair and competitive pay.

ADA Statement: 

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits, please contact Human Resources.

If you are excited to be part of our team and grow with our OnTrac family, we invite you to apply! 

OnTrac is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

Lasership, Inc. dba OnTrac Final Mile with its affiliates, including OnTrac Logistics, Inc. (collectively, "OnTrac" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or age. Join us in our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you are excited to be part of our team and contribute to our talent acquisition efforts, we invite you to apply.