Industrial Engineer

About Clutch

We’re on a mission to reinvent the way people buy, sell, and own cars. Are you game? Clutch is Canada’s largest buyer and seller of cars, offering a digital-first, hassle-free experience. Customers can browse thousands of vehicles online, have their car delivered straight to their door, and enjoy peace of mind with our 10-Day Money-Back Guarantee. We also buy over $1M worth of cars every day, delivering firm, AI-generated offers every 15 seconds — and sellers get paid instantly. Named four years in a row on The Globe & Mail’s Top Growing Companies list and recognized on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 50™ and Fast 500™, we’re growing fast and looking for curious, hard-working, and driven individuals to join our team. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Toronto, Clutch currently operates in Ontario, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island and is backed by world-class investors including Altos Ventures, Canaan, FJ Labs, BrandProject, and Upper90. To learn more, visit clutch.ca.

About the role

We’re looking for a hands-on Industrial Engineer to help build and scale our Lean reconditioning system. This role focuses on improving layouts, workflows, and production efficiency while partnering closely with shop floor teams to solve real operational problems. The ideal candidate is analytical, comfortable in fast-paced environments, and enjoys being on the floor working directly with operators, supervisors, and leadership to drive continuous improvement.

What you’ll do

• Design and update facility and workstation layouts using CAD tools

• Review current layouts and workflows to identify waste and bottlenecks

• Plan equipment and workstation placement to reduce movement and handling

• Lead Lean initiatives including Kaizen events, Gemba walks, value stream mapping, and 5S audits

• Implement Lean tools such as Kanban, JIT, standard work, and visual management

• Partner with leadership to support a culture of continuous improvement

• Develop and document standard work with operations teams

• Conduct time and motion studies to improve workflow and staffing models

• Work closely with front-line teams to identify issues and implement improvements

• Measure and report project results including ROI, cost savings, and efficiency gains

• Use data and statistical tools (Pareto, SPC, trend analysis) to monitor performance

What we’re looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field

• 3+ years of experience in industrial engineering or Lean manufacturing

• Proven experience leading Lean projects in an operational environment

• Strong understanding of Lean principles in manufacturing or repair settings

• Experience using CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks

• Comfortable using data and analytics to support decision-making

• Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams

• Self-starter able to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision

Employment Type

• Existing, Permanent Full-Time

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $100,000 – $115,000 annually

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Pay decisions reflect skills, performance, market benchmarking, responsibilities, and working conditions

Why you’ll love it at Clutch

Make an impact by playing a key role in scaling a critical part of our operations. Join a fast-growing company with room to develop your career. Work with a collaborative, hands-on team that cares about results. Competitive compensation including salary and benefits.

Clutch is committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. If you require accommodation at any stage of the interview process, please email talent@clutch.ca.