The Engineering division or Randstad, specializing in the recruitment of profile within the technical, production, and engineering sectors, is currently seeking a Industrial Engineer – Manufacturing Industrialization for a leading company in the defense industry.Key Responsibilities:- Define and optimize manufacturing methods, processes, and equipment for electronic boards, avionics assemblies, and mechanical components- Prepare and maintain BOMs, routings, and work cycles in ERP systems (e.g., SAP)- Conduct Time & Methods analysis and define standard work sequences- Perform production capacity analysis and develop flow charts and Value Stream Maps- Collaborate in concurrent engineering with design teams to ensure Design for Manufacturing (DfM), repairability, and maintainability- Support introduction and maintenance of production equipment and tooling- Investigate and document non-conformities; drive root cause analysis and corrective actions- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies (VSM, 5S, SMED, TPM, RCA, Six Sigma, DMAIC)- Utilize process control tools (SPC, Cp, Cpk, control charts) and quality frameworks (FMEA, PFMEA)- Develop and deploy automation and digital manufacturing solutions, including simulation tools and Digital Twin environments- Create technical documentation and KPI dashboards aligned with project milestonesSkills and Education:- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electronic, or Mechatronic Engineering (or related field)- Proven experience in industrialization and manufacturing process optimization within aerospace or electronics sectors- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP), PLM platforms (e.g., Teamcenter), and MS Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and quality methodologies- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, BOMs, and process documentation- Familiarity with CAD tools (SolidWorks, Solid Edge) and simulation tools for process modeling- Strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills- Fluent in Italian and English (written and spoken)Plus Skills:- Experience with automation, robotics, and MES integration (ISA-95/ISA-88 standards)- Knowledge of digital manufacturing technologies and IIoT platforms- Exposure to avionics or electronic board production processes- Familiarity with industrial cybersecurity and compliance frameworks (IEC 62443, ISO 14001, ISO 45001)- Ability to manage performance indicators and continuous improvement projects- Experience with advanced data analysis tools (Power BI, SQL)- Certification in Lean Six Sigma or equivalentThis position is offered on a project-based contract.Location: Italy This vacancy is open to candidates of all genders (Italian Law 903/77). Please read the Randstad privacy policy (https://www.randstad.it/privacy/) in accordance with Art. 13 of EU Regulation 2016/679 on data protection (GDPR)