Industrial Engineer - Plant Layout and Design

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Industrial Engineer in Randburg to design efficient plant layouts and optimize material flow. The role blends on-site site work with remote design tasks, utilizing AutoCAD and simulation tools to visualize layouts and improve ergonomics.

Responsibilities include site assessments, cross-functional collaboration, and documenting layout changes to boost production efficiency and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years experience in industrial engineering focused on layout and design.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD) and layout simulations.
• Strong understanding of material handling and production flow.
• Hybrid work capability with on-site and remote tasks.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts to improve material flow and efficiency.
• Create 3D models and simulations of proposed layouts.
• Conduct site assessments and ergonomic studies for workspace design.
• Coordinate with engineering, production, and safety teams on needs.
• Specify equipment placement and utility requirements; document changes.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Plant layout

CAD (AutoCAD)

Simulation tools

Material handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Industrial Engineer with expertise in Plant Layout and Design to join their team in Randburg . This hybrid role requires on-site presence for collaboration and site analysis, combined with remote capabilities for design work and reporting. You will be responsible for designing efficient and safe facility layouts, optimizing material flow, and improving workstation ergonomics. Your contributions will directly impact operational efficiency, production capacity, and employee well-being. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your engineering skills to shape the physical infrastructure of our client's operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts and facility blueprints to enhance material flow and production efficiency.
• Develop 3D models and simulations of proposed layouts to visualize and analyze potential improvements.
• Conduct site assessments and ergonomic studies to ensure safe and efficient workspace design.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and safety teams to integrate layout designs with operational needs.
• Specify equipment placement and utility requirements based on operational flow and design specifications.
• Prepare detailed reports, drawings, and documentation for proposed and implemented layout changes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in industrial engineering , with a focus on facility layout and design.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) and simulation tools for layout analysis.
• Strong understanding of material handling systems and production flow principles.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing on-site and remote tasks.
• Excellent spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based incentives.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• The chance to contribute to the physical design and efficiency of industrial facilities.