Industrial Engineering Specialist - Automation

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Medical benefits

Retirement annuity

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineering Specialist focused on automation to join a leading manufacturing technology company in Pretoria, Gauteng. You will integrate automated systems and robotics into production lines to boost efficiency, precision, and safety.

You will analyze automation opportunities, design automated workflows, oversee robotic implementations, and ensure seamless integration with plant operations, while mentoring staff and staying current with industry

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on automation and robotics.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and commissioning automated manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial robots (e.g., KUKA, FANUC, ABB), PLCs, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software for automation design.
• Excellent project management skills and experience managing complex technical projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities specific to automation challenges.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with technical teams, vendors, and management.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles applied to automation.
• Experience in the automotive or heavy machinery manufacturing sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate opportunities for automation within manufacturing processes.
• Design and specify automated systems, including robotics, PLCs, and associated control systems.
• Develop detailed process flow diagrams and simulations for automated operations.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to select, procure, and implement automation equipment.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of automated production lines.
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for automated systems.
• Train operational staff on the use and maintenance of automated equipment.
• Analyze performance data from automated systems to identify areas for further optimization.
• Ensure all automation projects comply with safety standards and company protocols.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in industrial automation and robotics.

Skills

Automation

Robotics

PLCs

HMI

SCADA

CAD/CAM

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Communication

Team liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD/CAM

PLC software

HMI/SCADA tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leader in advanced manufacturing technology, is seeking an experienced Industrial Engineering Specialist with a focus on automation to join their dynamic team in **Pretoria, Gauteng**. This role is essential for integrating automated systems and robotics into existing and new production lines to enhance efficiency, precision, and safety. The specialist will be responsible for analyzing automation opportunities, designing automated workflows, overseeing the implementation of robotic solutions, and ensuring seamless integration with overall plant operations. This is a key position for driving technological advancement within a respected organization in South Africa's industrial heartland.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate opportunities for automation within manufacturing processes.
• Design and specify automated systems, including robotics, PLCs, and associated control systems.
• Develop detailed process flow diagrams and simulations for automated operations.
• Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to select, procure, and implement automation equipment.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of automated production lines.
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting procedures for automated systems.
• Train operational staff on the use and maintenance of automated equipment.
• Analyze performance data from automated systems to identify areas for further optimization.
• Ensure all automation projects comply with safety standards and company protocols.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in industrial automation and robotics.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on automation and robotics.
• Proven experience in designing, implementing, and commissioning automated manufacturing systems.
• Strong knowledge of industrial robots (e.g., KUKA, FANUC, ABB), PLCs, HMI, and SCADA systems.
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software for automation design.
• Excellent project management skills and experience managing complex technical projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities specific to automation challenges.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with technical teams, vendors, and management.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles applied to automation.
• Experience in the automotive or heavy machinery manufacturing sector is advantageous.

Benefits

• Our client provides an attractive salary package, comprehensive medical benefits, a retirement annuity, and substantial opportunities for professional development and training in cutting-edge automation technologies.
• This role is based in **Pretoria, Gauteng**, and operates under a hybrid model, allowing for a balance between on-site collaboration and remote work flexibility.
• Join a team at the forefront of industrial innovation.