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Industrial Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a closely related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Summary
This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support operations. The Engineer will identify and implement change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and core lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.
Essential Functions
- Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
- Manages and completes CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities. Support Automation projects. Regularly interacts with operations management.
- Develop competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, & Lean principles. Applies engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.
- Participate in facilitation and execution Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation/creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment).
- Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against the site objectives. Makes Inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.
- Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
- Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
- Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills, Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, Required
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors), Required
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, Required
- Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
- Change implementation skills, Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain and three (3) years or more related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry required; or Master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management) and one (1) year related experience; if MBA, then undergraduate degree in Engineering, Required
- 3 years or more in related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry, Required
- Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio Advanced, Required
- Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
- Basic knowledge of Lean/TPS core tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Beginner, Required
- Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Beginner, Required
- Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. Beginner, Preferred
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), warehouse layout/design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS). Intermediate, Preferred
- Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau. Intermediate, Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma, cPMP, ISO/QMS, Preferred
- American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
- No
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
75000
Maximum Pay Range:
85000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
Job Description
Summary
This position supports the Ryder Continuous Improvement culture across the operation by actively applying continuous improvement methods to support operations. The Engineer will identify and implement change within the operation through data driven CI, Engineering, and Automation efforts to deliver higher levels of performance in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. Effectively leverage data analytics, engineering methodologies, and core lean tools to enable root cause identification and elimination. This position will interface with employees at all levels and functions across the operation. This position reports to the Lead Engineer, CI Manager or Sr. CI Manager and is closely aligned with Operations Management.
Essential Functions
- Collects data and performs statistical analysis. Maps and documents processes. Independently identifies process gaps; recommends and implements process improvement. Develop a thorough, effective, and timely continuous improvement plan to drive value for our customers (transformation plan development and execution). Drive process improvement activities to achieve tangible improvement in the key business metrics of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and employee development.
- Manages and completes CI and steady-state engineering projects that lead to improved business results. Assesses CI initiatives and provides input and recommendations on future activities. Support Automation projects. Regularly interacts with operations management.
- Develop competency in wide range of engineering methods, Lean tools, and quality standards in the use and implementation of CI, Quality Assurance, & Lean principles. Applies engineering methodologies/tools such as product slotting, studying labor standards (time studies), layouts and optimization of flow, data profiling and analysis, and resource modeling to improve distribution and/or transportation operations.
- Participate in facilitation and execution Value Stream Maps & Kaizen Events through all stages (A3 charter ideation/creation, pre-work identification and completion, delivery of results in Kaizen week, regular follow up and follow through on sustainment).
- Provide regular reports of data and actions to measure progress against the site objectives. Makes Inventory and/or Supply Chain strategy recommendations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Maintain the QMS based on established company and/or industry standards.
- Implement and monitor a standardized corrective action system.
- Support regulatory compliance and certification requirements.
- Perform all functions related to Quality Assurance for a start-up or expansion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
- Effective interpersonal skills, Required
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, Required
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors), Required
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, Required
- Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment, Required
- Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills, Required
- Ability to manage CI projects from beginning to sustained results, Required
- Change implementation skills, Required
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain and three (3) years or more related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry required; or Master’s degree (Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management) and one (1) year related experience; if MBA, then undergraduate degree in Engineering, Required
- 3 years or more in related work experience in the Warehousing, Transportation, or Manufacturing industry, Required
- Microsoft Office Suite skills with emphasis on Access, Excel and PowerPoint & Visio Advanced, Required
- Knowledgeable of data visualization (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) and database programming (SQL, DAX, etc.) Intermediate, Preferred
- Basic knowledge of Lean/TPS core tools/processes (e.g. 5S, Standard Work, Visual Management, problem solving) Beginner, Required
- Understanding and experience in core engineering and data analysis functions (slotting, utilization, labor planning, layouts, metrics, etc.) Beginner, Required
- Warehouse design tools such as CAD (e.g. AutoCAD); slotting (e.g. Slot3D), Predetermined Motion and Time Systems and methods (e.g. MOST); Warehouse Management Systems (e.g. Manhattan Scale), and Labor Mgt. Systems. Beginner, Preferred
- Knowledge of Warehouse Management operations, data analytics, Industrial Engineering, warehouse types (ambient, temp control), warehouse layout/design and Lean methods. Knowledge of material handling solutions and automation types such as: powered industrial truck (PIT) applications; racking and other storage solution designs, packaging equipment; conveyor and sortation equipment; and other automation solutions (e.g. AS/RS). Intermediate, Preferred
- Knowledge of Dedicated Services and Managed Transportation Networks. Knowledge of all available equipment types such as; dry van, temperature control, flat bed, other specialized equipment. Transportation Design Tools ie; JDA, Appian, Network Design Tools ie; Llamasoft, Transportation Management Systems ie; JDA, OTM, Mapping Software ie; Tableau. Intermediate, Preferred
- Lean Six Sigma, cPMP, ISO/QMS, Preferred
- American Production Inventory Control Society (APICS) and/or Supply Chain Logistics Certification, Preferred
Travel
- No
Job Category: Continuous Improvement
Our Culture & Commitment:
At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety.
Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.
Compensation Information:
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
Pay Type:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range:
75000
Maximum Pay Range:
85000
Benefits Information:
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Important Note:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
Security Notice for Applicants:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Industrial Engineer
Align your degree to your role
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation eligibility closely for industrial engineers. Your degree field must directly relate to the role's core duties. A general business or unrelated STEM degree can trigger an RFE, so document the connection explicitly in your resume and cover letter.
Check prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV prevailing wage for your target job title and metro area. Your offer must meet or exceed the applicable wage level, and knowing this prevents late-stage offer complications during LCA filing.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to find industrial engineer roles at companies with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Employers who've filed for this occupation before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer due to sponsorship uncertainty mid-hire.
Prioritize cap-exempt or multi-site employers
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning no lottery exposure. For industrial engineers, these include manufacturing research centers and national labs. A cap-exempt offer lets you start work immediately after USCIS approval.
Get your O*NET classification confirmed early
Industrial Engineer maps to a specific O*NET occupation code that employers reference when filing the LCA. Confirm your job duties match that profile before signing an offer. Mismatched duties are a common RFE trigger that delays your start date by months.
Submit before the March registration window closes
USCIS opens H-1B electronic registration in early March each year, with the window typically closing within two weeks. Your employer must register you during this period. Missing it means waiting a full year, so have your offer finalized and paperwork ready by late February.
H-1B Visa Industrial Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an industrial engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Industrial engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a directly related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation definition. That said, if your job posting describes duties that a non-degreed candidate could perform, the employer's attorney should document the degree requirement clearly to avoid an RFE.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for industrial engineers?
Manufacturing companies, logistics and supply chain firms, aerospace contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, and large consulting firms are frequent sponsors for industrial engineer roles. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers filtered to this occupation on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application filing history by job title and location.
How does prevailing wage work for industrial engineers on H-1B?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer submits an LCA to DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for industrial engineers in your work location. DOL uses four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Your employer can look up the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before extending a formal offer.
Can I work at multiple client sites as an H-1B industrial engineer?
Yes, but each worksite that isn't covered by your original LCA requires a new or amended LCA filing and potentially an amended H-1B petition. This is common for industrial engineers placed at client manufacturing facilities. Your employer must post the LCA at each worksite and ensure wages meet prevailing rates for each location.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer changes my job duties significantly?
A material change in duties, job title, or worksite typically requires an amended H-1B petition filed with USCIS before the change takes effect. For industrial engineers, moving from process improvement to a supervisory or project management role can constitute a material change. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before accepting any internal role changes.