Industrial Engineer - Automation & Efficiency

Placements24

Upington

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 900,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office budget

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer specializing in Automation to join a fully remote team. You will identify, evaluate, and implement automation solutions to boost productivity, cut costs, and enhance process efficiency across locations.

Collaborate with engineering and operations to drive digital transformation and scalable automation initiatives. The role requires a strong background in automation technologies, robotics, and industrial control systems, with proven

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering with automation and process improvement.
Strong understanding of automation technologies, robotics, and industrial control systems.
Proficiency in process simulation, data analysis, and project management.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
Effective remote communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

Analyze operational processes to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains.
Research, evaluate, and recommend automation technologies and solutions (robotics, AI, process automation).
Develop business cases and implementation plans for automation projects.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, integrate, and test automated systems.
Establish metrics to measure impact of automation and efficiency initiatives on productivity and cost.
Provide ongoing support and continuous improvement recommendations for automated processes.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Remote collaboration

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Robotics

Industrial control systems

Process simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Industrial Engineer with expertise in Automation and Efficiency to join their fully remote team. This role will focus on identifying, evaluating, and implementing automation solutions to enhance productivity, reduce operational costs, and improve overall process efficiency. You will analyze current workflows, research and recommend automation technologies, and oversee the integration of these systems. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with engineering and operations teams across various locations to drive innovation and digital transformation within the company's operational framework.

Key Responsibilities

Analyze operational processes to identify opportunities for automation and efficiency gains.
Research, evaluate, and recommend appropriate automation technologies and solutions (e.g., robotics, AI, process automation).
Develop business cases and implementation plans for automation projects.
Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design, integrate, and test automated systems.
Establish metrics to measure the impact of automation and efficiency initiatives on productivity and cost.
Provide ongoing support and continuous improvement recommendations for automated processes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a proven track record in automation and process improvement.
Strong understanding of automation technologies, robotics, and industrial control systems.
Proficiency in process simulation, data analysis, and project management.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
Effective remote communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits