Industrial Engineer - Facility Layout and Design

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Training opportunities

Impactful projects

Dynamic manufacturing hub

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, South Africa, seeks an Industrial Engineer focused on facility layout and design to optimize space, flow, and productivity. You will analyze existing layouts, design new configurations, and implement changes for safer, more efficient operations.

Responsibilities include CAD-based layout work, simulation-assisted planning, and coordinating with operations and safety teams to ensure regulatory compliance and smooth deployment of changes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• 3-5 years in facility layout and optimization.
• Proficient in CAD and simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of material flow, ergonomics, and safety.
• Excellent analytical and project management skills.
• Clear communication and visualization of concepts.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing layouts and material flow to identify inefficiencies and hazards.
• Design optimal layouts, workstation configurations, and material handling systems.
• Develop process flow diagrams, equipment placement plans, space analyses.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and management to meet requirements.
• Oversee implementation of new layouts, manage contractors, minimize disruption.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess design impact.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer specializing in facility layout and design to join their team in East London . This role is critical for optimizing the physical space and flow of operations to maximize efficiency, safety, and productivity. You will be responsible for analyzing existing layouts, developing new designs, and implementing changes that support operational goals. This hands‑on position offers a unique opportunity to shape the physical infrastructure of our client's industrial facilities and contribute to improved operational performance in a key manufacturing hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze existing facility layouts and material flow to identify inefficiencies, safety hazards, and space utilization opportunities.
• Design optimal facility layouts, workstation configurations, and material handling systems using CAD and simulation tools.
• Develop detailed process flow diagrams, equipment placement plans, and space requirement analyses.
• Collaborate with operations, safety, and management teams to ensure facility designs meet all operational and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the implementation of new layouts, managing contractors and ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
• Conduct post-implementation reviews to assess the effectiveness of facility design changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in facility layout, design, and optimization within an industrial or manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.g., Arena, AnyLogic).
• Strong understanding of material flow principles, ergonomics, and safety standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and visualization skills to present design concepts and plans.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in facility design.
• Contribution to impactful projects that enhance operational efficiency and safety.
• Work in a dynamic environment within the automotive and manufacturing sector of East London .
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.