Principal Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive level salary

Premium benefits package

Budget for professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a highly experienced Principal Industrial Engineer to lead complex engineering initiatives and set the technical direction for process improvements. You will mentor junior staff and architect large-scale optimization projects that boost productivity, reduce costs, and drive overall business performance.

The role requires a Master’s or PhD in Industrial Engineering with 10+ years of progressive experience, including leadership, and deep expertise in operations

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Industrial Engineering or closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, including leadership or principal roles.
• Extensive experience in leading large-scale process improvement and operational transformation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and execution of major industrial engineering projects across multiple facilities.
• Develop and implement advanced process optimization methodologies, including Lean and Six Sigma programs.
• Architect and design complex production systems, supply chains, and operational workflows.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of industrial engineers and analysts.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and ROI analyses for major capital investments and process changes.
• Act as a subject matter expert on best practices in industrial engineering for the Sandton region and beyond.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Mentoring

Change management

Operations research

Simulation

Lean Six Sigma

Data analytics

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

PhD in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a highly experienced and strategic Principal Industrial Engineer to lead complex engineering initiatives within their prominent operations in Sandton . This senior role involves setting the technical direction for process improvements, driving innovation, and mentoring junior engineering staff. You will be responsible for architecting large-scale optimization projects that significantly impact productivity, cost-effectiveness, and overall business performance. This is a leadership position for an engineer with a proven track record of delivering transformative results in industrial settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic planning and execution of major industrial engineering projects across multiple facilities.
• Develop and implement advanced process optimization methodologies , including sophisticated Lean and Six Sigma programs.
• Architect and design complex production systems, supply chains, and operational workflows.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of industrial engineers and analysts.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and ROI analyses for major capital investments and process changes.
• Act as a subject matter expert on best practices in industrial engineering and operational excellence for the Sandton region and beyond.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a significant portion in leadership or principal roles.
• Extensive experience in leading and implementing large-scale process improvement and operational transformation projects.
• Deep expertise in operations research , simulation, Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced data analytics.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management and drive change across an organization.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and complex problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level salary and substantial bonus potential.
• Comprehensive premium benefits package, including top-tier healthcare and retirement plans.
• Significant budget for professional development, travel, and conferences.
• Opportunity to shape the future of operations for a leading company in Sandton .
• High-visibility role with significant impact and autonomy.