Senior Industrial Engineer

Posted:
11/25/2025, 6:33:18 AM

Location(s):
Mount Juliet, Tennessee, United States ⋅ Franklin, Tennessee, United States ⋅ Tennessee, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Location(s): Franklin, TN or Mt. Juliet, TN

Job Schedule: Fulltime, Onsite

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in engineering or industrial/engineering technology

Sponsorship: No 

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We are currently looking for a Senior Industrial Engineer to join our team in Franklin, TN or Mt. Juliet, TN. This position provides technical support to parts distribution operations ensuring parts arrive to dealers on schedule and in saleable condition, while minimizing storage, handling and transportation costs. 

A Day in the Life:   

  • Manages all mobile powered equipment and industrial battery budget objectives for Smyrna and Decherd.

  • Develops /maintains lease, purchase, and all repairs / maintenance strategies to minimize cost and maximize efficiency at a site level.

  • Tracks trends of equipment utilization and cost to ensure fleet is right sized, meeting designed demand and cost controlled.

  • Issues purchase orders for repairs and maintenance yearly using cost analysis data.

  • Monitors automated systems and electronic equipment to support material handling part flow at a site level.

  • Tracks trends of all equipment utilization as well as manpower to ensure efficient use of resources.

  • Provides forward planning and participation in new model development, trials, and launch.

  • Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth.

Who We’re Looking for:

Required:

  • Education: A four-year degree in Engineering or Industrial/Engineering Technology is preferred.

  • Experience: 6+ years of related experience at a professional level.

  • Job Knowledge and Skill: Understanding of current fleet of mobile equipment and maintenance systems.

  • Computer Skills: Thorough computer knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and mainframe applications to resolve complex problems in day-to-day situations.

  • Ability to perform work onsite at Franklin, TN or Mt. Juliet, TN.

  • Travel requirements: Up to 20% locally (occasional)

What You’ll Look Forward to at Nissan:

Career Growth and Continuous Learning Opportunities: Benefit from diverse career paths, cross-departmental moves, and innovative learning platforms. Enhance your skills through seminars, leadership training, and tuition reimbursement programs, all while playing a vital role in shaping the future of transportation. From day one, you'll have the support to tackle challenges and contribute to impactful solutions across our organization.

                                                                              

Rewards: Be supported with a Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, mental health, parental leave, retirement savings & unique Nissan perks, including discounts on lease vehicles as part of our Employee Lease Program and a Vehicle Purchase Program (VPP). For more information, access our Nissan Benefits Overview Guide.

Nissan is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon the successful completion of drug and background screenings in accordance with Nissan policies and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act and the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Nissan will consider qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records for employment in a manner consistent with these laws.

It is Nissan’s policy to provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law. Candidates for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire; Nissan uses E-Verify to validate employment eligibility.

NISSAN FOR EVERYONE

People are our most valuable assets, and diversity and inclusion are the key to maximizing the power of each individual member of our team.  When everyone belongs, the power of NISSAN is undeniable.  Our Corporate Diversity Initiative aims to improve business results by ensuring that our workplace and core businesses meet the unique needs of our employees and customer base.

Nissan is committed to creating a culture where everyone belongs and employees, customers, and partners feel respected, valued, and heard.  We have over 10 Business Synergy Teams (BSTs) across the U.S. and Canada that connect employees – with shared characteristics or interests – build allies, and foster a company culture where all employees feel supported and included.

Nissan also values inclusion in all areas of our business as we strive to mirror the diversity of our customer base and the communities where we do business. We are committed to procuring innovative goods and services, retailing our products and communicating from a diverse perspective which will help us continue to offer our customers competitively designed, market-driven products.

Join us as we carry our commitment to diversity and inclusion into the future.

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