Professional Engineer Jobs in Michigan

SUMMARY

The Consultant Engineer is responsible for analysis and utilization of continuous improvement tools to design Supply Chain Solutions in current and future operations.

THE ROLE

• Seeking a motivated individual to help drive the North America Finished Vehicle Logistics team on new projects and ongoing support of outbound finished vehicle network engineering
• The Finished Vehicle Logistics team will focus on:
• Ensuring systems are accurate
• Tactical design changes
• Cost savings analysis and optimizations
• Creative solutions and purchasing support

• Manage finished vehicle routing and distribution across North America, Mexico, and Canada
• Validate network performance — Actual vs. Forecast
• Define transportation methods balancing cost, service, and quality
• Track impact files before and after network redesigns
• Model using supply chain optimization tools (e.g., Optilogic)
• Manage large data sets to perform transportation studies
• Develop business cases with projected cost savings and volume impact
• Ensure project alignment and timing with other current and deployed initiatives across logistics
• Ensure regional/global input is received for all major decisions related to logistics processes and systems
• Root cause issues to identify initiatives that improve process and cost competitiveness
• Design and run network modeling tools

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, program/product management, logistics, or product development (internship or co-op experience will not be considered)
• Project management skills with proven experience leading projects
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work cross-functionally with purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and sales
• Expert-level proficiency in analytics tools with ability to learn new tools/systems quickly
• Data analytics experience (e.g., SQL, R, Python)
• Data visualization experience (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Ability to drive long-term projects through to completion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field
• Business process optimization and re-engineering experience
• Logistics software experience

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collects data and performs statistical analysis
• Maps and documents processes. Recommends and implements process improvement
• Establishes and implements performance measures
• Manages small and medium size projects
• Conducts Supply Chain and/or inventory analysis
• Re-designs and/or re-engineers logistics processes
• Supports business development and creates efficient designs and solutions
• Determines efficient utilization of resources by analyzing layouts, labor force, driver and equipment utilization charts

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies company methodologies and tools to design transportation operations
• Confers with the Engineering and Operations Managers to implement efficient and competitive solutions
• Applies Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Statistical Process Controls (SPC) tools
• Assists in the development and delivery of presentations to customers as part of the sales team effort
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Able to work on complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors
• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques and evaluations criteria for obtaining results
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Possesses strong technical aptitude
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors) Comfortable around higher management
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized, with excellent time management skills
• Demonstrates problem solving skills
• Able to deal with ambiguity
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Fast learner with business acumen
• Builds and manages effective teams
• Manages Diversity and Inclusion
• Possess Managerial courage, approachability
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Develops and delivers effective presentations
• Total Work Systems (TQM)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or a minimum of 8 years relevant work experience
• Master's degree preferred Industrial Engineering and/or Masters Degree
• Four (4) years or more related work experience required
• Total Work Systems (TQM)
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt
• Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

DOT Regulated: No

JOB CATEGORY: Engineering

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: 85000

Maximum Pay Range: 95000

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.

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