Material Flow Engineer

We are hiring #MaterialFlowEngineer for one of my clients in Pittsburgh, PA. Interested candidates, please
Job Role: Material Flow Engineer
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Experience: 10+
Contract: Long Term
‼️ Only H1B‼️
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering (or a related technical field).
5+ years of experience in manufacturing, automation, or material handling engineering within high-volume or logistics environments.
Proven expertise in AGV, AMR, AGC, VRC, conveyors, robotics, and ASRS design, integration, and commissioning.
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and factory simulation/flow modeling tools such as FlexSim or equivalent.
Knowledge of simulation and digital twin tools (FlexSim or equivalent) for flow analysis and predictive optimization.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects end-to-end — from concept and design through installation, commissioning, and production readiness.
Skilled in program management, including scope, schedule, budget control, and vendor coordination across complex manufacturing projects.
Solid understanding of controls integration (PLC/MES/WMS) and industrial safety standards (ANSI/ISO/IEC).
Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, PFEP (Plan for Every Part), Just-in-Time (JIT), and continuous improvement methodologies.
Proven ability to interpret and act on manufacturing KPIs (OEE, throughput, yield, downtime) to drive measurable efficiency gains.
Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to align cross-functional teams toward common goals.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficiency in data analytics and visualization tools such as Python, SQL, Power BI, or Tableau for equipment performance monitoring and reporting.
Exposure to IoT-enabled automation systems for real-time equipment monitoring and performance tracking.
Strong problem-solving mindset and continuous improvement orientation.
Demonstrated project