Apptronik

robotics

IndustrialEngineer

Austin, Texas, United States Direct Hire
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The Brief

“Industrial Engineer at Apptronik. Skills: Lean Manufacturing, line balancing, factory layout, efficiency analysis. Design and optimize the physical factory and line layouts. Create all high-level Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)”

What You'll Achieve.

maximum efficiency; minimum cost; scalable production volume; meet target production volumes; maximize operator efficiency and safety

Industry & Context.

robotics
Problems you'll solve

efficiency analysis; waste elimination; cost modeling; statistical analysis

Eligibility Requirements

Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times, Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, Hearing and speech to communicate

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field (Operations Research, Systems Engineering), 2+ years of experience in Industrial Engineering, specifically focusing on line balancing, factory layout, and efficiency analysis in NPI, Expert proficiency with Lean Manufacturing methodologies and tools (Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Standard Work), Demonstrated experience using time study techniques (e. g. , MTM, MOST) to establish labor standards, analytical skills with tools like Excel/JMP/Minitab to conduct statistical analysis and develop complex cost models

What You'll Do.

Design and optimize the physical factory and line layouts

Create all high-level Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

Create detailed Work Instructions (WIs)

Define the most efficient and repeatable operator tasks

Develop detailed capacity models

Develop line balancing plans

Develop financial models

Conduct formal time studies

Conduct value stream mapping

Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities

Establish the takt time and standard work

Define NPI build plans

and critical milestones

Design and improve workstations

Design material presentation systems

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with Program Management to define NPI build plans

Process & Methodology

NPI Planning

Full Job Description

Apptronik is a human-centered robotics company developing AI-powered robots to support humanity in every facet of life. Our flagship humanoid robot, Apollo, is built to collaborate thoughtfully with people, starting with critical industries such as manufacturing and logistics, with future applications in healthcare, the home, and beyond. We operate at the cutting edge of embodied AI, applying our expertise across the full robotics stack to solve some of society's most important problems. You will join a team dedicated to bringing Apollo to market at scale, tackling the complex challenges like safety, commercialization, and mass production to change the world for the better. JOB SUMMARY The Industrial Engineer is responsible for designing, optimizing, and documenting the entire manufacturing system for new hardware products. This role ensures the facility, workflow, staffing, and documentation are designed for maximum efficiency, minimum cost, and scalable production volume. You will bridge the gap between a high-tech prototype and a high-volume repeatable manufacturing reality. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES or KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES System Design & Line Flow: Design and optimize the physical factory and line layouts to support the new product, ensuring efficient material flow, logistics, and minimal waste based on Lean principles. Standard Work & Documentation: Own the creation of all high-level Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and detailed Work Instructions (WIs). Use time studies, standard work methodology, and ergonomics principles to define the most efficient and repeatable operator tasks. Capacity & Cost Modeling: Develop detailed capacity models, line balancing plans, and financial models to accurately predict labor costs, cycle times, and capital expenditure (CapEx) needs to meet target production volumes. Time & Motion Studies: Conduct formal time studies and value stream mapping during prototype and pilot builds to identify and eliminate non-value-added a

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