Industrial Engineer - Facilities and Layout Design

Placements24; Southampton; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work arrangement

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

You will collaborate with operations, maintenance, and safety teams, develop detailed floor plans, run simulations, and manage projects from scope to delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on facility layout design and space optimization.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) for creating detailed facility plans.
• Strong understanding of material flow, logistics, ergonomics, and safety principles in facility design.
• Experience with simulation software for layout analysis is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects remotely and communicate effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong presentation and report-writing skills.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing facility layouts and operational workflows to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for new or modified facility layouts, including production areas, warehouses, and offices.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) to create detailed floor plans, equipment layouts, and material flow diagrams.
• Conduct space utilization studies and develop strategies to optimize workspace efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and safety, to ensure designs meet all requirements.
• Perform simulation and modeling of proposed layouts to assess performance and identify potential issues.
• Develop project scope, budgets, and timelines for facility design and implementation projects.
• Oversee the implementation of new layouts, ensuring adherence to design specifications.
• Stay current with best practices in industrial facility design, ergonomics, and material handling.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders on design proposals and project progress.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Spatial reasoning

Remote project management

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a skilled Industrial Engineer with a specialization in facilities and layout design to join their forward-thinking team. This role is designed for a professional who can remotely contribute to optimizing the physical infrastructure and operational flow of our client's diverse business units. You will be responsible for analyzing existing facility layouts, developing innovative designs for new or expanded facilities, and implementing strategies to improve material flow, workspace utilization, and overall operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of industrial engineering principles, advanced CAD skills, and the ability to visualize and articulate complex spatial solutions. Collaboration with on-site teams, project managers, and stakeholders will be key to translating remote-developed designs into effective, real-world applications. This position requires excellent communication, remote project management capabilities, and a strategic mindset focused on maximizing efficiency and minimizing costs through smart facility and layout planning. The role supports operations across various locations, including Randburg.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing facility layouts and operational workflows to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop conceptual and detailed designs for new or modified facility layouts, including production areas, warehouses, and offices.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) to create detailed floor plans, equipment layouts, and material flow diagrams.
• Conduct space utilization studies and develop strategies to optimize workspace efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and safety, to ensure designs meet all requirements.
• Perform simulation and modeling of proposed layouts to assess performance and identify potential issues.
• Develop project scope, budgets, and timelines for facility design and implementation projects.
• Oversee the implementation of new layouts, ensuring adherence to design specifications.
• Stay current with best practices in industrial facility design, ergonomics, and material handling.
• Prepare reports and presentations for stakeholders on design proposals and project progress.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on facility layout design and space optimization.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) for creating detailed facility plans.
• Strong understanding of material flow, logistics, ergonomics, and safety principles in facility design.
• Experience with simulation software for layout analysis is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Proven ability to manage projects remotely and communicate effectively with diverse teams.
• Strong presentation and report‑writing skills.
• Must be eligible to work in South Africa.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and the flexibility of a remote work arrangement.
• You will have the opportunity to work on impactful facility design projects, contributing to operational excellence across various company sites, including those supporting the Randburg area.

Search Terms

• Facility Engineer
• Layout Design Engineer
• Space Utilization Specialist
• Operations Layout Designer
• Industrial Facilities Engineer