Remote Industrial Engineer - Plant Layout and Flow Design

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybride; CAD 38 000 - 63 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical insurance benefits

Retirement fund contributions

Generous vacation

Full remote work

State-of-the-art facilities design

Professional development

Innovative projects in sustainable能源

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Industrial Engineer to design and optimize plant layouts and material flow systems for a sustainable energy firm. The role emphasizes CAD design, simulation analysis, and Lean ergonomics, with full remote work flexibility from anywhere in South Africa.

The candidate should have a strong background in industrial engineering (5+ years), proficiency in AutoCAD/SolidWorks, Arena/AnyLogic/FlexSim, and excellent communication for virtual collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in industrial engineering focused on plant layout and material flow.
• Proficient in CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks).
• Experience with simulation tools (Arena/AnyLogic/FlexSim).
• Strong Lean manufacturing, ergonomics, and workplace design knowledge.
• Excellent spatial reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and remote collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Knowledge of industrial building design is a plus.
• Experience in data analysis and reporting.

Responsabilités

• Design and optimize factory layouts to improve material flow, efficiency, and safety.
• Develop CAD drawings and 3D models of plant layouts and material handling systems.
• Use simulation to analyze material flow, identify bottlenecks, and test layout options.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and safety to gather requirements and deliver integrated designs.
• Apply Lean principles and ergonomics to minimize waste and improve working conditions.
• Evaluate material handling equipment to support optimized flows.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for layout changes.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Create documentation: layout drawings, diagrams, and equipment specs.
• Contribute to design standards and best practices.
• Manage project timelines and deliverables in a remote setup.

Connaissances

Spatial reasoning

CAD proficiency

Simulation software

Lean manufacturing

Remote collaboration

Communication skills

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Outils

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Arena

AnyLogic

FlexSim

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a leading firm in the sustainable energy sector, is seeking an innovative Remote Industrial Engineer to specialize in Plant Layout and Flow Design. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for the conceptualization, design, and optimization of efficient and effective factory layouts and material flow systems. Your expertise will be critical in ensuring seamless operations, minimizing material handling costs, and maximizing space utilization. We are looking for a candidate with a strong spatial reasoning ability, proficiency in CAD and simulation software, and a deep understanding of manufacturing process flows. The ideal candidate thrives in a remote work environment, possesses excellent communication skills for virtual collaboration, and is adept at translating complex operational needs into optimized physical designs. You will play a key role in shaping the future operational infrastructure of our manufacturing facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize factory layouts, production lines, and facility infrastructure to enhance material flow, efficiency, and safety.


• Develop detailed CAD drawings and 3D models of plant layouts, equipment placement, and material handling systems.


• Utilize simulation modeling to analyze and predict material flow patterns, identify bottlenecks, and test layout alternatives.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, engineering, and safety, to gather requirements and ensure integrated design solutions.


• Apply principles of Lean Manufacturing and ergonomics to facility design to minimize waste and improve working conditions.


• Evaluate and recommend material handling equipment and systems to support optimized flow.


• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed layout changes and investments.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards in facility designs.


• Develop comprehensive documentation, including layout drawings, flow diagrams, and equipment specifications.


• Contribute to the continuous improvement of facility design standards and best practices.


• Manage project timelines and deliverables effectively within a remote work setup.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.


• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on plant layout, facility design, and material flow optimization.


• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout design.


• Experience with simulation software (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic, FlexSim) for flow analysis.


• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles, ergonomics, and workplace design.


• Excellent spatial reasoning and visualization skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, suitable for remote team environments.


• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines.


• Knowledge of industrial building design and construction principles is a plus.


• Experience in data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.


• Comprehensive medical insurance benefits.


• Retirement fund contributions.


• Generous paid time off.


• Full remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere in South Africa.


• Opportunity to design state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities.


• Professional development and training opportunities.


• Engage with innovative projects in the sustainable energy sector.