Junior Solution Design Engineer Warehousing

Maersk; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company is seeking a Junior Solution Design Engineer in Johannesburg to support the development of warehousing solutions. This role involves creating layouts, modeling processes, and contributing to client proposals. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, strong analytical skills, and an interest in supply chain management. Working under experienced engineers, you'll gain hands-on experience and grow your skills in logistics and industrial engineering. The company values diversity and equality in its hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Internship or academic project experience in warehousing or logistics is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Excel or simulation tools is helpful but not required.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written) is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating warehouse layouts using AutoCAD or similar tools.
• Help build costing models for labour, equipment and infrastructure.
• Work closely with sales operations and implementation teams.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Strong interest in supply chain

Clear communication

Problem-solving attitude

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Excel

Simulation tools

Job description

Would you like to be part of a value-driven commercially oriented international environment where we enable global trade every day? We are seeking a Junior Solution Design Engineer who will support the development of warehousing solutions that improve efficiency and meet client needs. Working alongside experienced engineers and cross‑functional teams, you’ll learn to design layouts, model processes and contribute to solution proposals. This is a hands‑on opportunity to grow your skills in logistics, supply chain and industrial engineering.

WHAT WE OFFER

When you join Maersk, you’ll find that the world is your workplace. You’ll work in a culturally diverse, stimulating environment surrounded by new ideas and different ways of doing things. We believe in individual performance within highly professional teams supported by our distinctive values. Teamwork means acceptance, respect, dedication and the idea that we can achieve more when we all pull together. Living our values means competing in the marketplace in an ethical way so our name is synonymous with being a credible and valuable business partner. Through constant care and humbleness we strive to prepare for the future while never forgetting that our customers and competitors are key to our daily work. Uprightness and our employees mean that transparency and accountability in everything we do go hand in hand with being an inspiring, challenging place to work. At Maersk we take pride in hiring the best person for the job irrespective of gender, age, nationality or religious belief.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Warehouse Design & Layouts

• Assist in creating warehouse layouts using AutoCAD or similar tools
• Support calculations for warehouse sizing based on product profiles
• Help design basic process flows for receiving, storage, picking and dispatch

Solution Engineering

• Contribute to solution development for client proposals and RFQs
• Learn to use simulation tools like CLASS
• Support analysis of productivity and resource needs

Costing & Pricing

• Help build costing models for labour, equipment and infrastructure
• Collaborate with procurement to gather pricing information
• Assist in preparing commercial proposals and financial projections

Stakeholder Engagement

• Work closely with sales operations and implementation teams
• Participate in internal meetings and client presentations
• Support solution implementation and improvement initiatives

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Someone with:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering
• Internship or academic project experience in warehousing or logistics is a plus
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, Excel or simulation tools is helpful but not required
• Strong interest in supply chain and warehouse operations
• Analytical mindset and eagerness to learn data modeling
• Clear communication and willingness to present ideas
• Problem‑solving attitude and adaptability
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)

Bonus Attributes

• Exposure to WMS or ERP systems
• Basic understanding of cost modeling or project management
• Passion for technology automation or sustainability in logistics

Required Experience: Junior IC

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal‑opportunity employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all legal requirements.