Lead Smart Factory Engineer - Remote AI & IoT

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 1,976,000 - 3,293,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 seeks a visionary Lead Industrial Engineer to drive smart factory initiatives from a remote setting. You will lead Industry 4.0 integration (IoT, AI, automation) to create highly efficient, connected manufacturing environments and guide cross‑functional teams.

With a Master’s degree and 7+ years in industrial engineering, you will develop strategic roadmaps, define system requirements, oversee deployment and testing, and mentor the engineering team while staying at the forefront of

Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field.
7+ years in industrial engineering with automation/digital transformation.
Experience implementing Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, AI, robotics).
Strong leadership and collaboration skills.
Ability to work remotely and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

Lead design and implementation of smart factory concepts (Industry 4.0).
Develop strategic plans for IoT, data analytics, AI, and automation integration.
Analyze current manufacturing systems for digital transformation opportunities.
Collaborate with IT, engineering, and operations for seamless integration.
Define system requirements, specs, and performance metrics for smart systems.
Oversee deployment, testing, and validation of new technologies.
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to the engineering team.
Stay updated on advances in automation and digital manufacturing.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.