Hybrid Industrial Engineering Leader - Automotive Innovator

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based bonus

International exposure

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a leading automotive manufacturer in Pretoria, Gauteng, to recruit an experienced Industrial Engineering Manager for a hybrid role balancing on-site leadership with remote collaboration. The role focuses on driving efficiency, innovation, and cost-effectiveness across manufacturing operations.

You will lead a team of engineers, implement advanced production strategies, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to align designs and technologies with business goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in industrial engineering with at least 5 years in management, preferably in automotive.
• Experience leading complex improvement projects and engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of industrial engineers to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop strategic plans to optimize manufacturing processes, layouts, and material flow.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma initiatives, and other excellence programs.
• Oversee analysis of production data, performance metrics, and financial reports to identify cost savings.
• Manage major capital investment projects for new equipment and facility upgrades.
• Collaborate with senior management, R&D, and production to integrate new designs and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Champion change management and communicate improvements to stakeholders.
• Stay updated on trends and technologies in automotive manufacturing and industrial engineering.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Stakeholder management

Hybrid work experience

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Advanced simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 partners with a leading automotive manufacturer in Pretoria, Gauteng, to recruit an experienced Industrial Engineering Manager for a hybrid role balancing on-site leadership with remote collaboration. The role focuses on driving efficiency, innovation, and cost-effectiveness across manufacturing operations.

You will lead a team of engineers, implement advanced production strategies, and collaborate with senior stakeholders to align designs and technologies with business goals.