Lead Industrial Engineer - Automation

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus structure

Health, wellness & retirement benefits

Access to cutting-edge technology

Prestigious corporate environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to drive automation and technology integration in Sandton, Gauteng. You will oversee strategy and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies to boost productivity, quality and safety.

You will lead a team of engineers, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and guide vendors to select, deploy, and optimize automated solutions in a major enterprise.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, Electrical, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in industrial engineering with automation focus.
• Proven track record delivering complex automation projects.
• Strong understanding of PLCs, HMIs, and industrial controls.
• Experience with Industry 4.0 and smart factory concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the automation strategy for manufacturing and operations.
• Lead selection, justification, and deployment of robotic systems and technologies.
• Manage cross-functional project teams through lifecycle within budget.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers.
• Conduct ROI analyses and feasibility studies for automation initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering to integrate systems with existing infrastructure.

Skills

Automation leadership

Project management

Vendor management

Team leadership

Industrial engineering

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

HMI development

Industrial control systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Industrial Engineer to drive their automation and technology integration initiatives in Sandton . This role involves overseeing the strategy and implementation of advanced manufacturing technologies and automated systems to enhance productivity, quality, and safety. You will lead a team of engineers and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to select, deploy, and optimize automated solutions. This is a leadership opportunity to shape the technological future of a major enterprise in a prime Gauteng location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's automation strategy for manufacturing and operational processes.
• Lead the selection, justification, and implementation of robotic systems, automated machinery, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Manage cross-functional project teams throughout the automation project lifecycle, ensuring timely and budget-conscious completion.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and automation specialists.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed automation projects.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering departments to ensure seamless integration of automated systems with existing infrastructure.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong emphasis on automation and robotics .
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex automation projects.
• Deep understanding of PLC programming, HMI development, and industrial control systems.
• Excellent leadership, project management, and vendor management skills.
• Experience with Industry 4.0 concepts and smart factory implementation is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Executive compensation and bonus structure.
• Significant responsibility and impact on technological advancements.
• Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement benefits.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and professional development.
• Work in a prestigious corporate environment in Sandton .