Engineering Jobs in Ky

Permitting Specialist — Telecom Infrastructure | Covington, KY

We're looking for a detail-oriented Permitting Specialist to manage the full scope of permitting activities supporting telecom long-haul infrastructure projects. You'll serve as the go-to expert for navigating complex regulatory environments — working across private property, public right-of-way, and multi-jurisdictional requirements to keep projects moving forward on time and in compliance.

What You'll Do

• Manage the full lifecycle of permitting activities for telecom long-haul projects, including private-property facilities and associated public right-of-way requirements
• Prepare, submit, track, and monitor permit packages with local, state, and federal authorities to ensure timely approvals
• Present projects to neighborhood committees and represent the organization at public hearings before governing bodies
• Coordinate closely with engineering, construction, and project stakeholders to maintain compliance with codes, ordinances, regulatory updates, and project timelines
• Serve as the primary point of contact for permitting inquiries, proactively resolving issues to prevent delays and keep projects on track

What You Bring

• 2–5 years of permitting or regulatory compliance experience in telecom, utilities, construction, or a similarly regulated industry
• Proven ability to prepare and submit permit packages and interpret zoning codes, building ordinances, DOT requirements, and multi-jurisdictional regulations
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents including blueprints and engineering plans, with an understanding of outside plant design and telecom standards
• Strong communication and public-speaking skills, with experience presenting to community groups and governing bodies
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and scheduling tools; familiarity with Quick Base is a plus
• Resourceful self-starter with the ability to research and stay current on regulatory changes

Work Environment

• Based out of our Covington, Kentucky office
• Travel required as needed to coordinate with agencies, attend hearings, or support project sites

Company Description

H-P Products Engineered Tube Bends is a leader in tube bending and fabrication, offering solutions such as bending, end forming, welding, and laser tube cutting. The company also provides a wide range of readily available products, including standard elbows, bends, tubing, and installation accessories. Since 1948, H-P Products has built a reputation for quality, consistency, and customizability. With decades of expertise, we strive to deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to meet diverse customer needs.

Position summary

We are a small, privately owned manufacturing company seeking a hands-on Industrial Engineer to improve how we plan, build, and measure our work. This role will be responsible for validating and maintaining production part times used for scheduling and capacity planning, while driving root cause analysis and process improvements across the shop floor. The ideal candidate is highly data-driven, practical, and collaborative—able to build trust with an hourly workforce and turn analysis into improvements that stick.

Key responsibilities

Production standards / part time validation

· Validate, establish, and maintain accurate production part times (routing/operation standards) to support scheduling and capacity planning.

· Conduct time studies (direct observation, work sampling, video/time capture where appropriate), document methods, and ensure standards reflect current best practice.

· Partner with Scheduling/Production to resolve time standard issues that impact promise dates, bottlenecks, and throughput.

· Implement a sustainable process for periodic review and updates of part time after changes in tooling, methods, product design, or staffing.

Continuous improvement / process optimization

· Map processes (current/future state), identify waste, and recommend improvements in layout, material flow, work methods, and standard work.

· Support line balancing, cell design, and capacity analysis to improve flow and reduce lead time.

Root cause analysis & problem solving

· Facilitate root cause analysis for production issues (scrap, rework, downtime, missed schedules, productivity gaps).

· Use structured problem-solving tools (5 Whys, Fishbone, Pareto, A3, PFMEA as needed) and track corrective actions to closure.

· Create simple, visual, shop-floor-friendly metrics and feedback loops that drive daily improvement.

Data, reporting, and cross-functional collaboration

· Analyze production data to identify trends and improvement opportunities (cycle time, downtime, OEE elements, labor efficiency, schedule attainment).

· Work closely with Production, Scheduling, Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Supply Chain to implement improvements and sustain gains.

· Train and coach operators and lead on standard work, time study participation, and continuous improvement concepts.

Required qualifications

· Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

· Demonstrated experience validating/setting labor standards and production part time in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong root cause analysis and process improvement experience with measurable results.

· Data-driven mindset with strong Excel skills (ability to analyze and present data clearly).

· Proven ability to work effectively with hourly teams; comfortable on the shop floor daily.

· Strong communication skills—able to explain the "why" and drive adoption without being heavy-handed.

Preferred qualifications

· Experience in small-to-mid-sized manufacturing (high-mix/low-to-mid volume is a plus).

· Familiarity with Lean tools (5S, standard work, Kaizen, value stream mapping, visual management).

· Experience working with ERP systems (routing, labor reporting, scheduling inputs).

· Basic statistical/process capability knowledge (SPC, Cp/Cpk) is a plus.

Success measures (first 6–12 months)

· Production part time/routings are validated, updated, and trusted by Scheduling and Production.

· Improved schedule attainment and capacity planning accuracy tied to updated standards.

· Reduction in key losses (scrap, rework, downtime, excessive labor variance) through Root Cause Analysis and sustained countermeasures.

· Strong working relationships with operators/leads and increased engagement in improvement efforts.

Work environment

· Shop-floor focused role in a hands-on manufacturing setting.

· Requires frequent standing/walking and direct observation of production processes

· On Site - Louisville, OH 44641

Company Description

H-P Products Engineered Tube Bends is a specialized provider in tube bending and fabrication, featuring expertise in bending, end forming, welding, and laser tube cutting. The company offers a variety of essential products, including standard elbows, bends, tubing, and installation accessories. With a commitment to quality, consistency, and customizability, H-P Products has been serving its customers with innovative solutions since 1948.

Job Title: Production Scheduler – Velocity Scheduling System (Bend and Non-Bend)

Department: Operations

Reports To: Production Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Location: H-P Products Inc.

Position Summary

The Production Scheduler is responsible for planning, coordinating, and maintaining production schedules across both bend and non-bend areas using the Velocity Scheduling System (VSS). This role ensures efficient flow through all manufacturing processes by visually managing workflow, balancing workloads, and maintaining buffer control for bend operations.

The Scheduler plays a key role in supporting production efficiency, maximizing throughput, and achieving on-time delivery while communicating closely with all departments to maintain visibility and control over shop priorities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Scheduling and Workflow Management

• Develop, maintain, and update visual schedules for bend and non-bend operations using Velocity Scheduling principles.
• Manage the bend buffer to regulate work release, ensuring flow stability and preventing production bottlenecks.
• Sequence and prioritize jobs based on due dates, material availability, and shop capacity.
• Track and monitor work-in-process (WIP) to ensure timely progression of jobs through all departments.
• Coordinate with leads and supervisors to balance workloads and ensure resources are allocated effectively.
• Adjust schedules proactively in response to changing priorities, materials, or customer needs.

2. Communication and Coordination

• Serve as the primary scheduling liaison between Production, Sales, Engineering, and Purchasing.
• Lead or participate in daily and weekly Velocity Scheduling System meetings, providing updates on flow, constraints, and buffer status.
• Communicate schedule updates and production adjustments promptly to all affected departments.
• Collaborate closely with bend operators, fabrication leads, and assembly teams to maintain synchronization between processes.

3. Data Tracking and Performance Monitoring

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, throughput, buffer health, and schedule adherence.
• Maintain accuracy of schedule data in ERP/MRP systems and ensure visibility through the Velocity Scheduling Board.
• Identify trends, delays, or process constraints and recommend adjustments for continuous flow improvement.
• Support the Production Manager in analyzing capacity and planning for upcoming workloads.

4. Continuous Improvement

• Use VSS tools to identify and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Work with team leads to evaluate and adjust buffer sizes for optimal flow.
• Participate in lean and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance scheduling efficiency and visibility.
• Promote a culture of proactive problem solving and visual management across departments.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Minimum production planning, or coordination experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment.
• Experience in tube bending, metal fabrication, or assembly preferred.
• Knowledge of the Velocity Scheduling System, Theory of Constraints (TOC), or Lean Manufacturing principles strongly desired.

Skills and Competencies:

• Must be able to make decisions when no one is around
• Must take total ownership of the scheduling life cycle
• Start all jobs to ensure success
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, Excel, and visual management tools.
• Understanding manufacturing workflows, including bending, welding, fabrication, and finishing processes.

Performance Metrics:

• On-time delivery rate (bend and non-bend).
• Throughput improvement and average lead time reduction.
• Buffer health and WIP control.
• Schedule accuracy and responsiveness to change.
• Communication effectiveness across departments.

Working Conditions:

• Combination of office and manufacturing floor environment.
• Regular interaction with production teams, leads, and support departments.
• Participation in daily and weekly VSS meetings.

Role: Manufacturing Technology Engineer

Location: Georgetown, KY

Job Description:

• Work with deploy new virtual safety system which will allow robots to work without fences.
• 2+ years of Automotive Industry experience.
• Hands-on experience in developing and integrating robotic systems using ROS “Robot Operating System”.
• Exp with Vision Systems
• Project Manufacturing exp a plus.
• Requirements:

Requirements:

• Proven experience in development of innovative projects in a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with project management including writing detailed scopes of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates
• Proven use of computer aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) engineering software techniques
• Ability to analyze and interpret engineering drawings
• Proven demonstration of installing manufacturing equipment
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Willingness and ability to travel, domestically and internationally as required (~25%).
• Willingness to work overtime (~20%) as required.
• Experience in PLC Projects, including program writing, teaching, and safety standards
• Evidence of deployed machine vision systems

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Benefits: Benefits from day 1 with almost 100% coverage! In addition to 11 paid holidays, 2-3 weeks vacations, 401K, etc.

Target Salary: $95,000-115,000

Bonus/ Incentives/ Stock Options: up to 20% annual bonus

Job Summary: Leads the Quality function at a remanufacturing facility, overseeing inspectors and a quality engineer while ensuring products, processes, and systems meet customer, regulatory, and industry standards. Partners cross-functionally to drive compliance, strengthen quality systems, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and quality awareness throughout the operation.

Job Duties:

• Translate customer and regulatory requirements into effective quality procedures and work instructions
• Review, update, and develop quality processes to ensure ongoing compliance
• Conduct audits of quality systems and operating procedures
• Lead, coach, and develop Quality department personnel
• Establish and sustain continuous improvement and internal audit programs
• Support customer interactions and third-party audits or inspections
• Manage inspection programs to verify product conformance
• Maintain accurate quality records and perform statistical analysis
• Prepare and present quality performance reports to leadership

Qualifications:

• Degree in a technical field preferred, or equivalent experience in production quality environments
• Demonstrated experience managing quality programs in an ISO-certified organization
• Strong understanding of quality systems, inspection methods, and audit processes
• Proven ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives and teams
• Detail-oriented with strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, databases, and statistical tools
• Willingness to travel occasionally and support off-site activities

• Regional, spinal, and epidural anesthesia
• Pediatrics: Fellowship required

Job Description:

SAP PP Module Lead:

Maysville, KY

Onsite

Education and Special Training:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or manufacturing systems.
• SAP certification in Production Planning preferred.

• Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead Production Planning and Execution for hybrid manufacturing setup.
• Configure work centers, routings, BOMs, and production versions.
• Manage MRP Live, order scheduling, and capacity evaluation.
• Coordinate with MES and other production data systems for integration readiness.
• Enable Kanban, backflush, and shop-floor reporting features.
• Collaborate with Quality and Maintenance teams for future enhancements.
• Support testing, training, and go-live planning.

Experience Requirement:

• 10+ years of SAP experience, 8+ in Production Planning.
• Minimum 2 S/4HANA end-to-end implementations.
• Experience in discrete and repetitive manufacturing.
• Integration experience with MM, SD, and CO.
• Excellent documentation and client engagement skills.

Fast growing company in the building products and wastewater industry with sales over $500 million dollars has an exciting opportunity available for a Sales Engineer.

This is a remote position and can be based in either Alabama, Mississippi, Kentucky or Tennessee.

This position will be involved in long term relationship building with engineers, contractors and regulatory agencies.

The position will also be involved in new business development, key account management, giving presentations, and occasional technical support.

Travel is required.

Requirements: BS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.

Experience with Microsoft Office 365.

At least 3 years of experience in Sales is a must.

Experience in building products, water drainage products or construction products would be plus.

The position offers a very competitive base salary, commission potential, company car and comprehensive benefits.

Account Executive (Lighting)

Location: Louisville, KY (open to Lexington candidates) – Hybrid

A leading player in the lighting and building technologies space is seeking a results-driven sales professional to spearhead client engagement in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) markets. This is a high-impact role focused on cultivating project-based demand across commercial, civic, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors.

The ideal candidate brings a consultative sales approach, strong technical lighting knowledge, and the ability to influence key decision-makers throughout the project lifecycle. This individual will cultivate long-term relationships with architects, engineers, designers, and contractors to position tailored lighting solutions that enhance performance, efficiency, and design outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Grow and maintain strategic relationships with architects, engineers, lighting designers, and other project specifiers to influence product selection early in the design cycle.
• Deliver engaging and technically sound presentations, both virtually and in-person, that align with customer needs and showcase the latest advancements in lighting systems.
• Proactively develop and manage a robust pipeline of opportunities, leading specification efforts from conceptual stages through quote and final order.
• Stay ahead of lighting trends and emerging technologies, becoming a trusted advisor and resource to both internal teams and external partners.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with project managers, design teams, and manufacturer partners to deliver tailored lighting solutions that exceed client expectations.
• Own the sales process end-to-end, from initial engagement to quote support, technical advising, and post-sale follow-through.
• Promote a culture of excellence and teamwork, contributing to knowledge sharing and a strong client-first service model.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in lighting specification sales or adjacent roles in the lighting, electrical, or construction industries.
• Proven track record of success working with architectural and engineering firms to drive project-based sales.
• Bachelor’s degree or LC certification preferred.
• Proficient in lighting design platforms and tools (AutoCAD, Revit, AGi32).
• Strong communication and presentation skills with a consultative sales approach.
• Skilled in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly for in-person meetings and presentations.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive base salary plus extensive benefits program including paid paternity leave, health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, flexible work from home options, work/life balance programs, and more.
• Ample opportunity for growth and upward mobility as the company continues to grow.
• Opportunity to have large involvement in lighting projects from conceptualization to launch.
• Extensive resources: in-house sales support, project managers, marketing team, and more.
• Robust portfolio of clients.
• Culture of high performance and quality employee car

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Plant Manager – Limestone Operations

A leading aggregates producer is recruiting a Plant Manager to oversee an underground limestone mining facility in Kentucky. This role requires a results-driven leader with an unwavering commitment to workplace safety, operational discipline, and continuous improvement. The successful candidate will independently lead site operations while ensuring regulatory compliance, cost control, and production excellence.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in mining operations and/or engineering, including extensive exposure to underground and surface aggregate operations.
• 3+ years of direct supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with aggregate quality and production software such as AggQC and AggFlow is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of financial statements, cost management, and basic accounting concepts.
• Proven leadership presence with the ability to influence and develop supervisors, foremen, and frontline leaders.
• Demonstrated success implementing best practices across safety, production, maintenance, and quality functions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to quickly adapt to new operational systems.

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