Industrial Engineer - Automation Focus

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Competitive salary bonus potential

Health & retirement benefits

Hands-on automation experience

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer with a strong automation focus in Vereeniging for a hybrid role. You will evaluate, design, and implement automated systems to modernize manufacturing, improve safety, and reduce costs through advanced technologies.

This position blends on-site analysis with remote strategic planning and documentation. You will collaborate with vendors and internal teams, develop SOPs, and drive continuous improvement across automated processes, leveraging Lean

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial/manufacturing with a focus on automation.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automated systems, PLC controls, and robotics.
• Familiarity with simulation software and data analysis tools relevant to automation.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in automated environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for automation.
• Design, specify, and oversee the implementation of automated systems, PLCs, and robotics.
• Develop process simulations and models to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed automation projects.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal engineering teams on automation system integration and validation.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for automated processes.
• Analyze performance data from automated systems to identify areas for further optimization and continuous improvement.

Skills

Automation experience

PLC & robotics

Lean manufacturing

Hybrid teamwork

Problem solving

Data analysis tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

BSc in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Tools

Simulation software

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an Industrial Engineer with a strong focus on automation to join their team in Vereeniging . In this hybrid role, you will play a key part in modernizing manufacturing operations by evaluating, designing, and implementing automated systems and processes. You will work on projects aimed at increasing efficiency, improving safety, and reducing operational costs through the strategic application of advanced technologies. This position requires a blend of on-site analysis and collaboration, coupled with remote strategic planning and documentation, offering a dynamic work experience within a company committed to technological advancement in industrial engineering .

Key Responsibilities

• Assess current manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for automation.
• Design, specify, and oversee the implementation of automated systems, robotics, and control solutions.
• Develop process simulations and models to evaluate the effectiveness of proposed automation projects.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal engineering teams on automation system integration and validation.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for automated processes.
• Analyze performance data from automated systems to identify areas for further optimization and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial engineering or manufacturing engineering with a focus on automation.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automated systems, PLC controls, and robotics.
• Familiarity with simulation software and data analysis tools relevant to automation.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in automated environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential project completion bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement offering work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for hands-on experience with cutting-edge automation technologies.
• Professional development and training programs in industrial engineering and automation.