Remote Industrial Digital Transformation Lead

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Salary and performance bonus structure
Comprehensive remote work setup and IT
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Generous paid time off
Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an innovative and experienced Remote Industrial Engineer to drive our digital transformation from anywhere. You will analyze processes and design digital solutions, collaborating with global teams to implement digital manufacturing initiatives that boost productivity and operational intelligence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Industrial Engineering or Computer Science, with 8+ years in industrial engineering and hands-on digital projects, plus strong remote

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in industrial engineering with digital transformation exposure.
  • Experience implementing digital manufacturing solutions, data analytics platforms, or IoT projects.
  • Strong understanding of automation, cloud computing, and data science.
  • Excellent remote collaboration, communication, and project management skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and lead complex projects in a virtual environment.

Responsibilities

  • Research, evaluate, and recommend advanced digital technologies, including IoT, AI, and advanced analytics, for operational enhancement.
  • Design and model digital solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, supply chains, and data management.
  • Collaborate remotely with IT, engineering, and operations teams to integrate new digital systems and ensure seamless data flow.
  • Develop strategies for the implementation and scaling of digital manufacturing initiatives across the organization.
  • Analyze process data to identify insights and opportunities for automation and predictive maintenance.
  • Provide technical guidance and support for digital transformation projects, ensuring successful adoption and utilization.

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

IoT
AI
Advanced analytics
Automation
Cloud computing
Data science

Job description

Placements24 seeks an innovative and experienced Remote Industrial Engineer to drive our digital transformation from anywhere. You will analyze processes and design digital solutions, collaborating with global teams to implement digital manufacturing initiatives that boost productivity and operational intelligence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Industrial Engineering or Computer Science, with 8+ years in industrial engineering and hands-on digital projects, plus strong remote

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