The role of an industrial engineering technologist is to determine the most effective way to produce a product or provide a service. Ultimately, their goal is to help organizations optimize production, service, quality, costs and the deployment of resources.
In this program, you develop problem-solving skills for sustainability. You learn how to analyze the location and layout of plant facilities, materials handling, ergonomics, simulations, quality management systems, occupational health and safety processes and cost studies.
The hands-on component of this work involves observing and working with others to identify opportunities to facilitate organizational improvements. To prepare you for this work, the program emphasizes skills in communication, teamwork and professional conduct.
Career options
Industrial engineering technologists work in varied industries, from manufacturing shop floors to office environments. Their skills can be used in almost any type of organization. Graduates of this program work in the following positions: Quality controlquality assurance coordinatorlead, Continuous improvement coordinatorlead, Project coordinatoranalystleadermanager
Data analyst, Planner or scheduler, Inventory control analyst, Supply chain coordinatoranalyst, Facilities layoutcoordinator
Manufacturing technologist, Industrial engineering technologist
Graduates work in a wide range of sectors: aerospace, oil and gas, energy, government, marine, transportation, consulting services, healthcare and communications. Industrial engineering technologists are well-positioned to transition into management positions.
