Industrial Analyst - Modeling and Simulation

Job Description

The Industrial Analyst, Modeling and Simulation, with minimal supervision, leads simulation modeling projects. They shall lead direct discussion with client SMEs and IPS architects and engineers to understand facility and process questions and concerns regarding material flow, personnel flow, utilization, space constraints, bottlenecks, etc. Develop and implement a simulation model design to answer these questions utilizing AnyLogic simulation software. Models and findings are then presented internally and/or to the client. Projects are world-wide in support of all IPS sites. ********8This can be a remote position should a candidate not be local to any of our US based regional offices.

KEY ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work directly with clients and IPS staff to develop Anylogic simulations models of material and personnel movements through facilities, utilization of resources, turn-around times, equipment failures and repair times, and bottleneck identification. Models may include:
  • Processing Rooms
  • Material handling equipment
  • Warehouse racking / ASRS / conveyor systems
  • Shipping / receiving docks
  • Locker rooms
  • Airlocks and transitions
• Capture and communicate baseline model data.
• Develop "what-if" experiments and compare results to baseline model.
• Identify and communicate required data for accurate simulations.
• Develop a library of standard modeling elements for ease of use in future models.
• Contribute simulation data to Concept and Basic Design reports including assumptions, calculations and results, and a written narrative.

Qualifications & Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS /WORK EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years of simulation modeling experience.
• Minimum of 3 years experience developing in Java, C, C++, or C#.
• Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in industrial and systems engineering, systems engineering, supply chain management, logistics, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Proven experience leading simulation modeling designs.
• Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and Powerpoint.

CONTEXT AND ENVIRONMENT AND SAFETY

• Travel duration, if any, is based on project complexity and location. 
• This position is a safety sensitive position. The employee is designated for field work and attends activities at client sites where they work in construction, process, packaging, manufacturing, research or other "non-administrative" areas.

DEMONSTRATED COMPETENCIES

• Exhibit an entrepreneurial spirit by consistently seeking new opportunities to add value to the organization. Must strive for excellence in all aspects of job performance.
• Approach work enthusiastically with a contagious energy and drive that demonstrated passion for the industry.
• Display creativity and innovation by continually working to improve solutions, tools, methods and service delivery system.
• Conduct oneself with an uncompromising commitment to the welfare of our clients and each other. Must act in an ethical, professional and respectful manner at all times.
• Exhibit the ability to build and sustain long term relationships of mutual value through teamwork.
• Driven to succeed and committed to goal attainment.

About Us

About Us

IPS-Integrated Project Services is a global leader in developing innovative and cost effective solutions for the engineering, construction, commissioning and qualification of complex pharmaceutical and biotech research and manufacturing facilities. With technical expertise spanning R&D to pilot-scale to large-scale production, our team specializes in the technology, trends and regulatory environment to successfully deliver capital projects and improve operations. For over thirty years, we have applied unique LEAN methodologies throughout the project life cycle, continually finding ways to do things better and more efficiently, delivering higher quality and controlling costs. Headquartered in Blue Bell, PA, IPS is a multi-national company with over 1,300 professionals worldwide and offices in California, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Brazil, Canada, China, Ireland, Singapore, Switzerland, UK and four locations in India. Visit our website at www.ipsdb.com.

Specialties

Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.

IPS is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer of protected veterans (M/F/D/V).

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