Industrial Engineer: Ergonomics & Facility Design (Hybrid)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to design and optimize facilities with a strong ergonomic focus. The role blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote days in a hybrid work arrangement, supporting a safe, productive work environment.

You will lead layout projects, run ergonomic assessments, and apply CAD and simulation tools to prove improvements. The position expects 3–5 years in relevant design work and a solid understanding of human factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering with ergonomics coursework.
• 3-5 years in industrial engineering focusing on facility design and ergonomics.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD and ergonomic assessment tools (RULA, REBA).

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize facility layouts, workstations, and material flow paths.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments to identify risks of musculoskeletal disorders.
• Develop and implement ergonomic strategies including equipment recommendations.
• Use CAD to create facility layouts and workstation designs.
• Apply simulation tools to model workflow and test changes.
• Collaborate with safety, HR and production to maintain a safe environment.
• Deliver training on ergonomic principles and safe work practices.
• Recommend tools and technologies to improve productivity and comfort.
• Analyze production data to identify layout/ergonomic improvements.
• Ensure designs comply with health, safety, and accessibility standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Hybrid work collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Industrial Engineer in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, to design and optimize facilities with a strong ergonomic focus. The role blends on-site collaboration with flexible remote days in a hybrid work arrangement, supporting a safe, productive work environment.

You will lead layout projects, run ergonomic assessments, and apply CAD and simulation tools to prove improvements. The position expects 3–5 years in relevant design work and a solid understanding of human factors.