Industrial Engineer Jobs in Iowa
Industrial Engineer jobs in Iowa are open across Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and DeWitt and other Iowa metros, with employers like Guardian Industries, Cargill, and Shermco Industries hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Description
Assistant Industrial Engineer
Division/Department: Pork
Location: Marshalltown
Job title: Assistant Industrial Engineer
Reports to: Industrial Engineer
Salaried Grade: Type of position: Hours: 2nd shift
Exempt Full-time Flexible as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Four-year degree in engineering, business or related field required
- Must demonstrate strong analytical and math skills
- Knowledge of food industry beneficial
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to demonstrate effective people skills
- Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Package
- Intermediate-Advance Excel level necessary
- Trustworthy – will be handling confidential material
- Self-Starter, team Player
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Develops, installs and maintains cost-effective methods of manufacturing and fair and equitable labor standards using MTM-2 predetermined time standard software.
- Selects appropriate work measurement techniques.
- Measures variances to standards, identifies out of control variances, investigates reasons, and suggests solutions, installs, and follows up.
- Keeps tally of the methods changes reducing cost of production and strives for budgeted goal.
- Completes daily labor efficiency report.
- Keeps abreast to the trend of technology, investigates & installs most effective methods of manufacturing to keep company at competitive advantage at all times.
- Upholds working relationship with local union.
- Participates in initiation of new production lines to assist in design for cost-effective manufacturing.
- Prepares detailed layouts of plant facilities to optimize utilization and product flow.
- Attends weekly staff meetings.
- Performs various other tasks as needed.
Approved by: Marisela Ramirez
Title: Employment Manager
Posting Date: 06/12/2026 Closing Date: Until filled
JBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE, INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS
Apply online @ jobs.jbssa.com
Description
Assistant Industrial Engineer
Division/Department: Pork
Location: Marshalltown
Job title: Assistant Industrial Engineer
Reports to: Industrial Engineer
Salaried Grade: Type of position: Hours: 2nd shift
Exempt Full-time Flexible as needed
QUALIFICATIONS
- Four-year degree in engineering, business or related field required
- Must demonstrate strong analytical and math skills
- Knowledge of food industry beneficial
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Must be able to demonstrate effective people skills
- Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Package
- Intermediate-Advance Excel level necessary
- Trustworthy – will be handling confidential material
- Self-Starter, team Player
JOB DESCRIPTION:
- Develops, installs and maintains cost-effective methods of manufacturing and fair and equitable labor standards using MTM-2 predetermined time standard software.
- Selects appropriate work measurement techniques.
- Measures variances to standards, identifies out of control variances, investigates reasons, and suggests solutions, installs, and follows up.
- Keeps tally of the methods changes reducing cost of production and strives for budgeted goal.
- Completes daily labor efficiency report.
- Keeps abreast to the trend of technology, investigates & installs most effective methods of manufacturing to keep company at competitive advantage at all times.
- Upholds working relationship with local union.
- Participates in initiation of new production lines to assist in design for cost-effective manufacturing.
- Prepares detailed layouts of plant facilities to optimize utilization and product flow.
- Attends weekly staff meetings.
- Performs various other tasks as needed.
Approved by: Marisela Ramirez
Title: Employment Manager
Posting Date: 06/12/2026 Closing Date: Until filled
JBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
EOE, INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETS
Apply online @ jobs.jbssa.com
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Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Industrial Engineer Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Guardian Industries5
- Cargill4
- Shermco Industries3
- Acro Service2
- Bayer2
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing18
- Food & Beverage7
- Consulting & Professional Services5
- Electronics & Hardware5
- Construction & Real Estate4
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in industrial engineer jobs across Iowa.
- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering or a closely related engineering field
- Proficiency with Lean and Six Sigma methodologies, with Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred
- Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle for production and inventory management
- Ability to analyze time studies, workflow data, and statistical process control charts
- Familiarity with AutoCAD or similar software for facility layout and workflow design
- Professional Engineer licensure or active progress toward PE certification a plus
Industrial Engineer Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How many industrial engineer jobs are there in Iowa?
There are 53+ industrial engineer openings in Iowa on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and DeWitt. New positions post regularly as employers across Iowa hire.
How much do industrial engineers make in Iowa?
Industrial engineers in Iowa earn a median of about $97,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,380 for the lowest 10% to over $133,610 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Iowa cities have the most industrial engineer jobs?
Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and DeWitt have the most industrial engineer openings in Iowa right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire industrial engineers in Iowa?
Employers hiring industrial engineers in Iowa include Guardian Industries, Cargill, and Shermco Industries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote industrial engineer jobs in Iowa?
Yes. About 9% of industrial engineer openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Iowa metros.
How do I apply for industrial engineer jobs in Iowa?
You can apply to industrial engineer jobs in Iowa directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Iowa location, then apply to each one that fits.
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