Director Industrial Engineering

Job Type: Senior Manager, Industrial Engineering| Location: San Francisco, CA| Department: Innovation | Reporting to: VP, Industrialized Delivery & Modular Construction | Work Location Type: #hybrid 

IREN is a vertically integrated AI Cloud provider, delivering large-scale data centers and GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN’s platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of grid-connected land and power in renewable-rich regions across North America, Europe and APAC. 

The Director, Industrial Engineering owns the analytical and performance backbone of IREN's industrialized delivery model — leading the Industrial Engineering and Operational Excellence functions, plus insource-versus-outsource decision analysis, to measure and continuously improve delivery performance. This role ensures the industrialized delivery program's performance is rigorously measured and that field and fabrication learnings are systematically fed back into design, standards, and sourcing decisions.

With 100% renewable energy, we build, own and operate our data centers and take pride in being at the forefront of sustainable solutions for the ever-evolving applications of high-performance compute. We believe that human progress is invaluable, but it should be done in the right way – responsibly, sustainably and having a positive impact on the communities we operate in.

Responsibilities

Manhour Analysis & Industrial Engineering

• Direct the Industrial Engineering lead's team in tracking and modeling on-site labor hours per MW as a leading indicator of delivery performance across all projects.
• Own manhour forecasting to support project planning, resourcing decisions, and portfolio-level labor productivity targets.

Insource vs. Outsource Analysis

• Own the make-versus-buy analytical framework — the cost and capacity analysis determining whether a given module, subassembly, or scope of work should be built in-house or through an external manufacturing partner.
• Partner directly with the Make vs. Buy analyst to keep this analysis current as manufacturing partner capacity, cost, and project pipeline evolve, feeding decisions directly to Project Management's supplier planning.

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Direct the Operational Excellence lead's team in implementing Lean construction principles and continuous improvement methodologies across the industrialized delivery program.
• Own the structured lessons-learned and feedback loop connecting commissioning, construction, and fabrication back to design, ensuring field observations translate into updated standard designs and specifications.
• Oversee the training and data & analytics functions supporting program-wide performance tracking and workforce development.

Metrics & Scorecards

• Own the industrialized delivery performance scorecard — off-site build percentage, module installation cycle times, FAT pass rates, field rework, schedule compression, and total cost of ownership — reporting program health to the VP.
• Evaluate automation, digital fabrication, and smart manufacturing technologies (BIM-to-fabrication workflows, digital twin alignment, factory-level quality assurance tools) for integration into the delivery pipeline.

Team Leadership

• Recruit, build, and lead the Industrial Engineering and Operational Excellence teams, including the Industrial Engineering lead, Operational Excellence lead, and Make vs. Buy analyst.
• Foster a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement within the team.

Requirements

• Minimum 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering, operations, or continuous improvement roles, ideally within construction, manufacturing, or large-scale infrastructure delivery.
• Demonstrated experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, labor productivity analysis, and make-vs-buy or sourcing cost modeling.
• Strong analytical and data & analytics background; experience building scorecards, KPIs, and performance dashboards.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving lessons-learned processes connecting field execution back to design.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations, or a related field required; Lean Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred.
• Experience in hyperscale, colocation, or owner-operator data center development a plus; willingness to travel. 

Other important requirements

• Pre-employment screening, including background checks may be required according to company policies.
• Must be able to reliably commute to the assigned office location on scheduled in-office days under the hybrid work arrangement.
• IREN does not yet have an office in the Bay Area (a Santa Clara office is planned); until it opens, this role will work remotely, transitioning to hybrid on-site work once the office is established.

Benefits

At IREN, we offer a highly competitive compensation package that includes base salary, annual performance incentives, and opportunities to build long-term wealth through equity programs. These offerings are part of our broader total rewards package, thoughtfully designed to support your health, well-being, and long-term success. 
 
Compensation 

• The expected base salary for this role starts at $152,000 -205,000 USD.
  • Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and market data for the region.
• Total Compensation package may be inclusive of annual incentive bonus, equity (long-term incentive).
• Relocation or Living-out-allowance / per diem (as appliable and based on successful candidate circumstances)

 Health & Wellness 

• 100% company paid health insurance premiums (medical, dental, and vision) for employees, 75% company paid coverage for dependents
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary life, critical illness, and accident coverage available
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) – when combined with the High Deductible Health Plan
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources

Retirement & Financial Wealth 

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Access to financial planning and legal services

 Time Off & Leave Programs 

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

 Growth & Development 

• Internal skills training and advancement pathways
• Professional development to support certifications, continuing education, or role related training

 Community & Culture 

• Company events and team-building activities

IREN is an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. We are committed to evaluating qualified applicants and do not discriminate against protected characteristics under applicable local laws, regulations, and ordinances. We evaluate all qualified applicants without regard to these characteristics.  

This job will remain posted until filled. While we appreciate all applications we receive, we are only able to contact candidates under consideration.  

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