Industrial Engineer - Plant Layout & Workflow Design

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Comprehensive medical aid and pension

Paid annual leave and statutory perks

Professional development opportunities

Impactful role in Mahikeng operations

Job summary

Placements24 is assisting a manufacturing client in Mahikeng, North West, to hire an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead plant layout and workflow design. The role focuses on maximizing efficiency, safety, and productivity through optimized facility layouts and material flow.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering, 4+ years of layout experience, and strong CAD skills (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), with a hands-on approach to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years' experience in industrial engineering focused on plant layout and workflow design.
• Proficiency in CAD software for 2D/3D design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, material flow, and lean principles.
• Knowledge of ergonomic principles and workplace safety standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with various teams.
• Ability to visualize and conceptualize complex spatial arrangements.
• Experience in developing detailed layout plans and related documentation.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on practical and efficient solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts, workstations, and production lines to improve material flow and reduce non-value-added activities.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) to create detailed layout drawings and models.
• Conduct workflow analysis to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in material handling and production processes.
• Apply ergonomic principles to workstation design to enhance worker safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure practical and effective layout solutions.
• Develop facility planning documentation and proposals, including cost-benefit analyses.
• Participate in the selection and specification of material handling equipment.
• Ensure layouts comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and operational requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facility design and workflow optimization.
• Evaluate the impact of new equipment or process changes on existing layouts.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Ergonomics

Communication

Spatial reasoning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic manufacturing company located in Mahikeng, North West , is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineer to lead efforts in plant layout and workflow design. This role is critical for optimizing the physical arrangement of facilities and the flow of materials, personnel, and information to maximize efficiency, safety, and productivity. The successful candidate will possess strong spatial reasoning abilities, proficiency in CAD software, and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes and ergonomics. You will be responsible for developing innovative layout solutions that support current production needs and future growth. This is a hands-on role offering significant impact within our client's operations in Mahikeng, North West .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize plant layouts, workstations, and production lines to improve material flow and reduce non-value-added activities.
• Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) to create detailed layout drawings and models.
• Conduct workflow analysis to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in material handling and production processes.
• Apply ergonomic principles to workstation design to enhance worker safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and maintenance teams to ensure practical and effective layout solutions.
• Develop facility planning documentation and proposals, including cost-benefit analyses.
• Participate in the selection and specification of material handling equipment.
• Ensure layouts comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and operational requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to facility design and workflow optimization.
• Evaluate the impact of new equipment or process changes on existing layouts.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a specialization in plant layout and workflow design.
• Proficiency in CAD software for 2D and 3D design (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, material flow, and lean principles.
• Knowledge of ergonomic principles and workplace safety standards.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with various teams.
• Ability to visualize and conceptualize complex spatial arrangements.
• Experience in developing detailed layout plans and related documentation.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on practical and efficient solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Paid annual leave and other statutory benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development in facility planning and design.
• A key role in shaping the operational infrastructure in Mahikeng, North West .
• Supportive work environment focused on efficiency and innovation.
• Training on advanced layout design software and methodologies.