Industrial Engineer - Facilities and Layout Design

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer specializing in facilities and layout design to join our Randburg team. You will optimize plant layouts, improve material flow, and ensure efficient use of space and resources within our operations.

Collaborating with engineering, operations and maintenance, you will develop layout plans, P&IDs and process flow diagrams using CAD software, while applying lean, ergonomics and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering focused on facility layout and design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout development.
• Knowledge of material handling systems, ergonomics, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to spatial optimization.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement optimal facility layouts and material flow paths to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Analyze current workflows and space utilization to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Specify requirements for material handling equipment and automation solutions.
• Ensure all facility designs comply with safety regulations and ergonomic best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams on facility projects.
• Develop layout plans, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams using CAD software.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Ergonomics

Analytical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer specializing in facilities and layout design to join their team in Randburg . This position will be responsible for optimizing plant layouts, improving material flow, and ensuring efficient use of space and resources within our operational facilities. You will work on projects ranging from minor workflow adjustments to major facility redesigns, ensuring that all improvements align with safety standards, productivity goals, and lean principles. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of ergonomics, material handling systems, and the ability to translate operational needs into effective spatial solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement optimal facility layouts and material flow paths to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
• Analyze current workflows and space utilization to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.
• Specify requirements for material handling equipment and automation solutions.
• Ensure all facility designs comply with safety regulations and ergonomic best practices.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams on facility projects.
• Develop layout plans, P&IDs, and process flow diagrams using CAD software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on facility layout and design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout development.
• Knowledge of material handling systems, ergonomics, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to spatial optimization.
• Good communication and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the physical environment of our operations.
• Professional development support and training.
• A collaborative and safety-conscious work culture.
• Access to modern design tools and technologies.