Industrial Project Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Professional development

Bonuses

Paid time off

Company-sponsored events

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, South Africa, is seeking an Industrial Project Engineer to lead key projects from concept to completion at our client’s facilities. You will drive planning, coordination, and execution to ensure on-time delivery, adherence to budget and specifications, and effective risk management.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering and at least five years' project management experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Proven track record delivering complex engineering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong knowledge of PM methodologies and tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, scheduling, and execution of industrial projects.
• Develop scopes, budgets, and timelines with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety, and quality.
• Manage resources: people, materials, equipment.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, implement mitigations.
• Provide regular status updates to senior management.

Skills

Project management

Industrial engineering

Leadership

Risk management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Project

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Industrial Project Engineer to manage and execute key engineering projects within their facilities in Paarl. This role is central to planning, coordinating, and implementing various industrial projects, from conception through completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required specifications. You will be responsible for technical oversight, risk management, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle. This is a prime opportunity for a project-focused engineer to drive impactful initiatives in a growing industrial landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, scheduling, and execution of industrial engineering projects.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, and timelines in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure projects adhere to all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Manage project resources, including personnel, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Communicate project status updates regularly to senior management and project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and project-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and project management certifications.
• Paid time off and company-sponsored events.
• A collaborative and results-oriented project environment.