Industrial Engineer

Job description

Veev is leading the transformation of the construction industry with an innovative approach to modular home construction. Veev’s prefabricated closed-panel systems allow homes to be assembled efficiently on-site while delivering a more sustainable and higher-quality final product than traditional construction. As a new subsidiary of Lennar, Veev leverages the strength and scale of its parent company while maintaining the speed and disruptive approach of its roots as a Silicon Valley-based startup. Veev has developed a vertically integrated approach that involves multidisciplinary collaboration across real estate, design, development, engineering, manufacturing, and construction. This role plays a key part in advancing the mission at Veev by supporting production with new equipment solutions and working to improve safety and processes efficiency by improving existing factory infrastructure. As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, your work will directly support Veev’s ability to scale operations and deliver innovative, high-quality housing solutions. The Role As an Industrial Engineer, you will be a key part of a small, agile, well-resourced, and innovative Manufacturing Engineering team. Our team at Veev has the broad mission of supporting the production team as a complement to the Process Engineering, Production Quality, EHS, R&D and Maintenance teams. This role requires a project leader who is ready and able to collaborate cross-functionally to bring high-quality equipment solutions to a variety of production needs. The successful candidate will be comfortable working with an even mix of office-work, project management, purchasing, research, data gathering and analysis, etc.) and work on the factory floor (understanding the day-to-day tasks of our assemblers and machine-operators, equipment trials, modification, and commissioning, hands-on problem-solving to keep the production line running, etc.) Key Responsibilities 1. Material Flow & Storage Optimization Lead advanced warehouse layout and slotting initiatives to maximize cubic utilization and throughput in a high-volume, heavy-material environment. Design, optimize, and maintain finished goods storage systems to ensure efficient material flow and warehouse utilization. Develop and maintain robust capacity planning models to forecast storage needs and support production scaling Design and optimize end-to-end material pathways—from receiving through production to shipping—minimizing touches, transit time, and bottlenecks. Design and manage external logistics loops, optimizing transportation routes and inbound/outbound site delivery schedules Engineer ergonomic, point-of-use lineside presentation using smart racking, visual management, and innovative storage solutions tailored to construction manufacturing. Inventory Accuracy & Replenishment Systems 2. Inventory Accuracy & Replenishment Systems Develop and refine robust PFEP strategies and replenishment systems (Kanban, Min-Max, JIT) to balance service levels with lean inventory. Champion cycle counting, root-cause analysis, and lineside audits to achieve and sustain exceptional inventory accuracy. Partner cross-functionally to eliminate discrepancies and build systemic solutions that prevent recurrence. 3. NetSuite & Process Implementation Systems Integration: Act as the operational subject matter expert (SME) for NetSuite ERP/WMS, ensuring all physical material movements are accurately mirrored in the system. Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs): Author and implement clear SOPs for warehouse transactions, scanning protocols, and inventory transfers. Training & Change Management: Train warehouse associates and production staff on new NetSuite workflows and standard materials practices to ensure high adoption rates. Must Have Technical Skills & Certifications Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar) for warehouse and facility layout designs. Strong data analytics skills (Excel/Advanced formulas, SQL, or PowerBI) to analyze inventory turns, capacities, and variances. Deep understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, Six Sigma). Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt is a plus. Education & Experience Degree: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Engineering, Operations Research, or a closely related technical field. Experience: 3–5+ years of experience in an industrial engineering, warehousing, or manufacturing environment. Systems Expertise: Proven, hands-on experience working extensively with NetSuite WMS/ERP (or equivalent Tier 1 WMS/ERP systems with a strong understanding of how to configure NetSuite material workflows). Soft Skills Excellent cross-functional collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence both frontline associates and executive stakeholders. A "gemba-focused" mindset—comfortable spending significant time on the warehouse and production floors troubleshooting processes. Compensation Offers are based on a combination of experience, skills, and location. Pursuant to state and local pay disclosure requirements, the pay range for this role is $105,000 - $125,000 annually for Hayward, CA. Core Benefits Veev offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of its employees, including: Paid vacations, sick time, and holidays Health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with matching contributions Subsidized Life insurance, with voluntary option Subsidized Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance Subsidized EV charging Growth & Development Opportunities