Industrial Engineer - Plant Layout and Capacity Planning

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to join our client’s operational team in Rustenburg. You will focus on plant layout design and capacity planning to optimize material flow, safety, and throughput across facilities.

Responsibilities include designing layouts, conducting capacity studies, and developing simulations to support production forecasts. The role requires collaboration with engineering, operations, and maintenance, with hybrid on-site/off-site work in Rustenburg.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on plant layout and capacity planning.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout design.
• Experience with simulation tools for modeling plant operations and material flow.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Proven project management experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and their application in layout design.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, on-site in Rustenburg and off-site for analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and redesign plant layouts to improve material flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety.
• Conduct detailed capacity studies for production lines, machinery, and overall plant output.
• Develop models and simulations to evaluate the impact of layout changes and capacity adjustments.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to gather requirements and ensure feasibility.
• Utilize CAD software for creating and updating facility layout drawings.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for increased throughput.
• Develop long-term capacity plans aligned with business objectives and market demand.
• Perform ergonomic assessments and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage projects related to facility upgrades and equipment installation.
• Prepare reports and presentations detailing findings, recommendations, and project outcomes for stakeholders.

Skills

Plant layout

Capacity planning

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Simulation tools

Lean Manufacturing

Project management

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BEng Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Engineer to join their operational team in Rustenburg , specializing in plant layout design and capacity planning. This role is integral to optimizing the physical arrangement of facilities and equipment to maximize efficiency, safety, and throughput. The successful candidate will analyze current plant operations, develop innovative layouts, and conduct detailed capacity analyses to support production forecasts and strategic growth initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity to influence the physical infrastructure of a key industrial player in Rustenburg .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and redesign plant layouts to improve material flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety.
• Conduct detailed capacity studies for production lines, machinery, and overall plant output.
• Develop models and simulations to evaluate the impact of layout changes and capacity adjustments.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and maintenance teams to gather requirements and ensure feasibility.
• Utilize CAD software for creating and updating facility layout drawings.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for increased throughput.
• Develop long-term capacity plans aligned with business objectives and market demand.
• Perform ergonomic assessments and ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Manage projects related to facility upgrades and equipment installation.
• Prepare reports and presentations detailing findings, recommendations, and project outcomes for stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on plant layout, capacity planning, and facilities design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., "AutoCAD, SolidWorks") for layout design.
• Experience with simulation tools for modeling plant operations and material flow.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and spatial reasoning skills.
• Proven project management experience.
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and their application in layout design.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting, spending time both on-site in Rustenburg and potentially off-site for analysis.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and opportunities for professional development. The role provides the chance to work on impactful projects in Rustenburg , contributing directly to the company's operational success. We foster a collaborative environment and encourage continuous learning and innovation. Join our team and help optimize our industrial footprint.