Senior Value Engineer (Manufacturing & Supply Chain)

TL;DR

Senior Value Engineer (Manufacturing & Supply Chain): Driving optimization initiatives across manufacturing and supply chain portfolios with an accent on total cost of ownership reduction and technical specification analysis. Focus on cost-benefit modeling, reducing operational complexity, and transforming improvement concepts into bottom-line savings.

Location: Louisville, KY, USA (Onsite)

Salary: $124,800 – $145,600

Company

A professional staffing firm specializing in connecting STEM talent with industrial and engineering opportunities.

What you will do

• Analyze technical specifications and manufacturing processes to reduce total cost of ownership while maintaining quality.
• Build detailed cost-impact analyses and partner with technical teams to validate proposed changes.
• Drive consolidation and standardization across product portfolios to reduce operational complexity.
• Collaborate with site leadership, procurement, and process engineers to align on execution protocols.
• Track project milestones and ensure the delivery of savings against performance targets.
• Perform internal and external benchmarking to integrate market trends and best practices.

Requirements

• 4 to 6 years of professional experience in engineering, value engineering, or process engineering.
• Strong understanding of material specifications, industrial systems, and manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to perform technical evaluations and basic cost analysis.
• Experience working with complex data, reporting platforms, and structured documentation.
• Ability to work onsite in Louisville, KY.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Statutory sick pay where required.
• Inclusive work environment with reasonable accommodations for disabilities.