Senior Remote Industrial Engineer

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Industrial Engineer to join its fully remote engineering team, supporting operations from a home office. The role focuses on driving substantial improvements in efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness using advanced IE principles.

You will lead analysis, design, and implementation projects, collaborating with a distributed team across manufacturing, logistics, and management to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of hands-on industrial engineering experience leading improvements.
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills with project management tooling.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of complex industrial engineering projects to boost efficiency.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends and root causes of inefficiencies.
• Design, simulate and optimize production systems, layouts, and workflows.
• Develop process documentation and SOPs for remote execution.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the remote team.

Skills

Remote work experience

Industrial engineering

Data analysis

Process optimization

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AnyLogic

ExtendSim

Job description

About the Role

Our client is searching for a highly experienced Senior Remote Industrial Engineer to join their fully remote engineering department, supporting operations within the Paarl vicinity. This position focuses on driving significant improvements in operational efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness through advanced industrial engineering principles, all managed from a remote location. You will lead critical analysis, design, and implementation projects, working closely with a distributed team of professionals to achieve organizational goals. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned engineer to make a substantial impact on operational strategies and execution from the convenience of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of complex industrial engineering projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and throughput.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, root causes of inefficiencies, and opportunities for significant process improvements.
• Design, simulate, and optimize production systems, layouts, and workflows, ensuring scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop comprehensive process documentation, standard operating procedures, and best practices for remote execution.
• Collaborate effectively with remote stakeholders across manufacturing, logistics, and management to drive project success.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers within the remote team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of hands‑on experience in industrial engineering , with a proven track record of leading major process improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated expertise in working and succeeding in a fully remote capacity, utilizing collaboration tools and project management software effectively.
• Advanced proficiency in simulation software (e.g., AnyLogic, ExtendSim) and statistical analysis tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, essential for leading remote teams and presenting findings.

Benefits

• Attractive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Full remote work setup, including technology and stipends for home office.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
• Flexible work schedule designed for optimal remote productivity and work-life balance.