**Job Description:** **General Summary:** This role is responsible for leading development of discrete-event simulation models and driving innovation in simulation modeling with a focus on model speed and build efficiency. Such models will be developed to identify tactical and strategic improvements in manufacturing and business operations. These models are used to provide insights into current operational capability and future operational potential in order to develop data-driven, profitable business plans. **Essential Job Functions:** + Consistently drive efficiency within the team through support and fine-tuning of complex data analysis and/or model building + Utilize manufacturing and/or business operations experience to quickly frame the operational challenge and visualize a solution design + Apply lean principles and methods to develop standardized model and data frameworks in order to identify best practices in model development + Train new or existing employees in data management and model development best practices + Ability to harvest large sets of data from numerous sources and identify patterns in joining or linking data + Efficiently evaluate data accuracy and completeness to establish processes and requirements necessary to maintain data integrity through change + Collaborate with cross-functional, external client teams to gather comprehensive data required for model development and/or analysis + Collaborate with internal business development and project managers to transform and visualize the data in creating and driving operational road maps + Effectively communicate model functionality to the client or internal team for assurance of model results accuracy + Develop model KPIs unique to the context of the client challenge, providing insight into unfulfilled operational potential **Employment Qualifications:** **Education:** + Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or Supply Chain from an accredited university + Minor studies in Computer Science is a plus **Experience** : + 3-5 years of manufacturing or supply chain on-the-job experience + Manufacturing or supply chain on-the-job experience **Additional Skills:** + Experience with one or more simulation software tools such as FlexSim, Simio, AnyLogic, etc. (Experience with FlexSim is a plus) + Experience with one or more data gathering tools such as SQL, Tableau Prep, Alteryx, etc. + Experience with one or more data visualization tools such as Qlik Sense, Tableau, Power BI, etc. + Experience with one or more coding languages such as C++, VBA, Python, etc. + Passion for advancing Industry 4.0 and, simulation technology in particular, within manufacturing + Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of software, with particular strength in Excel and PowerPoint. + Proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work (https://topworkplaces.com/company/ghafari-associates-l-l/freep/) , Crain’s Cool Place to Work (https://www.crainsdetroit.com/cool) , and a Best and Brightest (https://www.ghafari.com/news-and-views/ghafari-is-a-best-and-brightest-company-in-detroit-chicago-west-michigan) company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects (https://www.ghafari.com/projects) . Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? 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