Consultant - Industrial Engineering / Operations

Job description

The unique aspect of our business is the mindset of our employees: curious, adventurous, and innovative. P3 consultants take on early responsibilities with clients in management consulting, diverse technology topics, and scalable IT solutions. Make a project your project. Openness for new, innovative, and unconventional approaches; short decision paths; respectful cooperation; and fruitful synergies make us a diverse, unbeatable team and successful company - worldwide. You will take ownership of demanding assignments in consulting projects within the automotive and manufacturing industry . Your responsibilities will span diverse areas, with the specific tasks depending on client needs and your individual strengths. They will include some of the following but not all within the same project: WHAT YOU WILL DO: Optimization of existing manufacturing, assembly and logistics operations along the entire value chain. Link between production and development and support cross-functional industrial project teams. Drive continuous improvement processes. Analyze existing processes and identify areas for improvement, including Lean Six Sigma methodologies, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement techniques to optimize efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance productivity (possibly in EV manufacturing). You will gather and analyze data, identify trends and patterns, and draw meaningful insights from complex datasets. Manage equipment installation with the supplier and provide documentation to management. Stay current in Automotive, Manufacturing, EV technology, battery manufacturing, charging infrastructure, and sustainability practices. Identify bottlenecks, quality issues, performance gaps, and data-driven decisions to improve processes to enhance overall operational efficiency. Communicate, present, and interface directly with clients. You will be responsible for strategizing, planning, directing, and monitoring program activities, managing different workstreams, and setting up new processes. Grow with us in various industries and help build business by following your desired career path and passion. Support our great team by taking on internal work and coaching others. WHO YOU ARE: You have a Master of Engineering degree: industrial, mechanical, electrical, or similar field. You have 3-5 years of experience in the automotive industry, knowledge in EV-sector a plus. Good knowledge in lean production principles, material flow optimization, and continuous improvement processes. You can create clear status reports, identify issues, create solutions, and navigate resolutions. Ypu are Self-motivated and driven with entrepreneurial spirit. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, well spoken with powerful presentation skills, especially when interacting with customers. You are characterized by a precise, independent, and structured way of working in a fast-paced, demanding environment. You think ‘out of the box’ to create solutions when none exist. With an agile mindset you are not afraid of diving into uncharted waters. Strong conflict resolution skills help you manage, mitigate, and resolve conflicts. Your English skills are solid, German and/or Spanish is a plus. You are comfortable with extensive travel (up to 100% of your working time), typically Monday through Friday, depending on client and project needs. You are legally authorized to work in the U.S. GOOD TO KNOW: We offer a competitive salary with bonus potential. You get up to 20 days PTO and 10 paid company holidays. You can get healthcare, life insurance, dental & vision, 401(k) matching. We invest in your growth with mentorship and a strong learning culture. You contribute directly to advancing innovation in the sectors we operate in. You’ll take ownership of your work and see the direct results of your efforts. We foster an entrepreneurial spirit—take initiative, own your ideas, and drive real impact.