Industrial Engineering Lead
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 14, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 27, 2026.
About Stitch Fix, Inc.
Stitch Fix (NASDAQ: SFIX) Stitch Fix is redefining retail by combining human creativity with advanced data science and Generative AI. As we build the future of personalized shopping, we’re equally committed to building yours. We believe in investing in our team as much as our technology. Join us to be a trendsetter in the industry and help us redefine what’s possible for our clients, while we help you reach your full potential.
About the Role
We are looking for a bright, kind and goal oriented Industrial Engineering Lead to join the Stitch Fix Industrial Engineering Team. In this role you'll be responsible for onsite process improvement and cost savings initiatives within our warehouses. Reporting into the Director of Industrial Engineering, the Industrial Engineering Lead will work closely with other members of the team and cross-functional operational partners in our warehouses located across the country.
Responsibilities:
- Design and implement new technologies, processes, and equipment that will enable our warehouses to support business growth.
- Manage large cross functional projects from ideation to implementation.
- Create and update engineering labor standards within our labor management system.
- Conduct the economic evaluation of ideas and technologies, and write the business cases to justify projects and track results to demonstrate success
- Design layouts for facilities, equipment, inventory storage, workspaces, and material flows
- Create the technical specifications that define our equipment and facility standards, and warehouse automation concepts. Write the documents necessary to procure equipment and technical services such as scope of work, performance requirements, and acceptance criteria.
- Support maintenance with automated equipment downtime resolution.
- Conduct inventory capacity forecasting and related capital investment planning.
- Lead the implementation of lean warehousing programs, including methods such as waste elimination, 5S, value analysis, standard work, and material flow systems (pull systems, theory of constraints, etc).
How AI and tools show up in your day-to-day work.
- Use AI tools to analyze and summarize data
- Conduct root cause analysis.
- Ability to create AI tools to improve personal and team efficiency (Gems, GPTs, etc)
- Conduct technical research and create internal technical documents.
About You
This is what you’ll need to succeed in this role from day 1.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
- 5+ years of experience, primarily with implementing automated systems.
- You are proficient in AutoCad
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills
This position may require the ability to sit for extended periods of time, use a computer or other office equipment, and communicate effectively (verbal and written).
- Travel: 20%
Nice to Have:
- Exposure to warehouse fulfillment environments
- Six sigma certification
- Proficient in Minitab
- Proficient with Takt LMS and Softeon WMS
- Experience with discrete-event simulation software (e.g., FlexSim, similar)
Why you'll love working at Stitch Fix...
- We are a group of bright, kind people who are motivated by challenge. We value integrity, innovation and trust. You’ll bring these characteristics to life in everything you do at Stitch Fix.
- We cultivate a community of diverse perspectives- all voices are heard and valued.
- We are an innovative company and leverage our strengths in fashion and tech to disrupt the future of retail.
- We win as a team, commit to our work, and celebrate grit together because we value strong relationships.
- We boldly create the future while keeping equity and sustainability at the center of all that we do.
- We are the owners of our work and are energized by solving problems through a growth mindset lens. We think broadly and creatively through every situation to create meaningful impact.
- We offer comprehensive compensation packages and inclusive health and wellness benefits.
Compensation and Benefits
This role will receive a competitive salary and benefits. The salary for US-based employees hired into this role will be aligned with the range below, which includes our three geographic areas. A variety of factors are considered when determining someone’s compensation-including a candidate’s professional background, experience, location, and performance. In addition, the position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and other benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external careers site.
Salary Range
$96,000—$128,000 USD
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