Remote Industrial Engineer: Automate & Optimize Operations

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Flexible remote work

Professional development budget

Global project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Industrial Engineer to focus on process automation and operational efficiency improvements. You will analyze processes, identify automation opportunities, and design scalable solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

This role offers remote work and the chance to shape the future of our operations through technology, working within a digitally connected, results-oriented team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years in industrial or process engineering with a focus on automation.
• Experience designing and implementing automation solutions in manufacturing or operational settings.
• Familiarity with PLCs, robotics, and related software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with remote project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current operational processes to identify automation opportunities and cost reductions.
• Design, develop, and implement automated systems and workflows with seamless integration.
• Evaluate and select automation hardware and software for scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and engineering to define automation requirements and deploy projects.
• Develop project plans, manage timelines, and oversee remote implementation of automation projects.
• Provide technical support for automated systems and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or Computer Engineering

Tools

PLCs

Robotics

Automation software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Industrial Engineer to focus on process automation and operational efficiency improvements. You will analyze processes, identify automation opportunities, and design scalable solutions to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

This role offers remote work and the chance to shape the future of our operations through technology, working within a digitally connected, results-oriented team.