Junior Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Hands-on experience

Future opportunities

Exposure to operations

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, invites a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer for a hands-on internship. You will learn and apply industrial engineering principles through real-world process analysis, optimization, and project support.

Under guidance from experienced engineers, you will collect data, map processes, document SOPs, and participate in site assessments. This role offers mentorship, practical experience, and potential future employment in a thriving industrial community.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of industrial engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong desire to learn and contribute to team objectives.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection and analysis for process improvement projects.
• Support the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in site assessments and process mapping activities.
• Help in the implementation of process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with team members on various engineering tasks and projects.
• Gain exposure to manufacturing operations and supply chain logistics.

Skills

Data collection and analysis

SOP development

Process mapping

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client is offering an exciting opportunity for a motivated Junior Industrial Engineer to join their team in Welkom . This internship is designed for individuals eager to learn and apply industrial engineering principles in a real-world setting. You will gain hands‑on experience in process analysis, optimization, and project support, working under the guidance of experienced engineers. This is an ideal starting point for a career in industrial engineering, providing valuable exposure to operational challenges and solutions in a thriving industrial community.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in data collection and analysis for process improvement projects.
• Support the development and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in site assessments and process mapping activities.
• Help in the implementation of process changes and monitor their effectiveness.
• Collaborate with team members on various engineering tasks and projects.
• Gain exposure to manufacturing operations and supply chain logistics.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Basic understanding of industrial engineering concepts and methodologies.
• Strong desire to learn and contribute to team objectives.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Eagerness to work hands‑on in an industrial environment.

Benefits

• Stipend provided during the internship period.
• Mentorship from experienced industrial engineers.
• Practical, hands‑on experience in process optimization.
• Potential for future employment opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse operational environments.