OrganicOPZ Logo

Project Ideas for Industrial Engineering Students

Design efficient, data-driven industrial systems that integrate human, material, and machine resources with operational excellence.

🏭 Introduction

Columbia University’s M.S. in Industrial Engineering program blends systems thinking, quantitative analysis, and practical modeling to prepare students for challenges in logistics, operations, and manufacturing. These project ideas offer applied problem-solving in dynamic and large-scale systems.

🔧 Suggested Thesis & Research Topics

Simulation-Based Optimization of Assembly Line Productivity

Human Factors Analysis in Ergonomic Workstation Design

Real-Time Production Monitoring Using IoT and Power BI

Optimization of Resource Allocation in Service Systems

Data-Driven Scheduling for Batch Manufacturing Operations

Lean Six Sigma Framework for Reducing Production Defects

Design of Smart Warehousing Systems with RFID Integration

Sustainable Supply Chain Design Using Multi-Objective Optimization

Bottleneck Analysis and Throughput Improvement in FMCG Plants

Predictive Maintenance Modeling for Industrial Equipment

Warehouse Space Utilization Optimization Using Heuristics

Inventory Classification and Forecasting Using ABC + ML

Process Mining for Operational Workflow Improvement

AI-Based Quality Control in Manufacturing Using Image Recognition

Dynamic Simulation of Healthcare Service Queues

Design of Decision Support System for Industrial Procurement

Multi-Criteria Vendor Evaluation Using AHP and TOPSIS

Human-Centered Design in Industrial System Interfaces

Carbon Footprint Reduction Modeling in Factory Systems

Integration of Digital Twin for Real-Time Operations Control

Collexa - Your IE Research Companion

Collexa helps students in industrial engineering with simulation (Arena, Simul8), optimization (Gurobi, Excel Solver), value stream mapping, and technical documentation.

Contact Us

🎓 Explore More Columbia Programs

Undergraduate Programs

Postgraduate Programs

Let's Ace Your Assignments Together!

Whether it's Machine Learning, Data Science, or Web Development, Collexa is here to support your academic journey.

"Collexa transformed my academic experience with their expert support and guidance."

Alfred M. Motsinger

Computer Science Student

Get a Free Consultation

Reach out to us for personalized academic assistance and take the next step towards success.

Please enter a contact number.

Chat with Us