Junior Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Mentorship program

Career progression

Collaborative environment

PTO

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, South Africa, is seeking a energetic Junior Industrial Engineer to join a supportive team. This entry-level role focuses on process analysis, optimization, and system design while you learn from senior engineers.

You will assist in evaluating production processes, support Lean initiatives, collect data, and help design workflows and SOPs. A great starting point to build skills in industrial engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Foundational knowledge of process improvement methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel for data analysis.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in industrial engineering.

Responsibilities

• Analyse production processes to identify efficiency improvements.
• Support Lean Manufacturing tool implementation under senior staff.
• Collect data and perform basic statistical analysis for process monitoring.
• Design and document workflows, SOPs, and facility layouts.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute ideas.
• Learn and apply engineering principles to solve operational problems.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Junior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Bloemfontein . This entry-level position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in process analysis, optimization, and system design within a supportive industrial environment. You will work closely with senior engineers to identify inefficiencies, contribute to improvement projects, and learn best practices in operational management. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, possesses strong analytical capabilities, and is keen to build a career in industrial engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the analysis of production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost reduction.
• Support the implementation of Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques under the guidance of senior staff.
• Conduct data collection and basic statistical analysis for process performance monitoring.
• Help design and document workflows, standard operating procedures, and facility layouts.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to understand operational challenges and contribute ideas.
• Learn and apply engineering principles to solve practical operational problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Foundational knowledge of process improvement methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a meticulous approach to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within the field of industrial engineering.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• Comprehensive training and mentorship programs designed for junior engineers.
• Opportunities for career progression within the company.
• A collaborative and encouraging work environment in Bloemfontein .
• Paid time off and standard employment benefits.
• Exposure to diverse industrial operations and engineering challenges.