Remote Industrial Engineer - Digital Transformation

Placements24

Klerksdorp

Hybrid

ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work allowance

Health benefits

Home office stipend

Online learning platforms

Global collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Industrial Engineer to lead digital transformation initiatives within manufacturing operations. This fully remote role focuses on redesigning processes with Industry 4.0 tech to boost efficiency, data-driven decisions, and scalability.

You will collaborate with global teams to implement IoT, AI, automation, and cloud-based tools while delivering training and guidance for adoption.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field with focus on digital systems.
5+ years in industrial engineering with digital transformation exposure.
Experience implementing automation and data analytics solutions.
Experience with simulation software and system integration.
Strong understanding of cloud computing and IoT platforms.
Excellent remote communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement digitally enabled industrial processes and systems remotely.
Lead the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, AI, automation) into manufacturing workflows.
Analyze production data to identify patterns for digital optimization and predictive maintenance.
Collaborate virtually with engineering, IT, and operations teams across different locations.
Develop training materials and provide guidance on new digital tools and processes to global teams.
Evaluate and recommend new software and hardware solutions for process automation and control.

Skills

Industrial engineering

Digital transformation

Remote collaboration

Data analytics

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

System integration

Cloud computing

IoT platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Industrial Engineer to lead digital transformation initiatives within their manufacturing operations. This role is pivotal in redesigning and implementing optimized processes that integrate advanced digital technologies, aiming to significantly boost efficiency, scalability, and data-driven decision-making. You will work closely with global teams to leverage Industry 4.0 concepts, such as IoT, AI, and automation, to reshape our production landscape. This fully remote position is perfect for an innovative engineer who thrives on conceptualizing and executing cutting-edge solutions from anywhere, contributing to a modernized operational framework for our client.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and implement digitally enabled industrial processes and systems remotely.
Lead the integration of Industry 4.0 technologies (IoT, AI, automation) into existing manufacturing workflows.
Analyze production data to identify patterns and opportunities for digital optimization and predictive maintenance.
Collaborate virtually with engineering, IT, and operations teams across different locations.
Develop training materials and provide guidance on new digital tools and processes to global teams.
Evaluate and recommend new software and hardware solutions for process automation and control.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field with a focus on digital systems.
5+ years of experience in industrial engineering , with significant exposure to digital transformation or Industry 4.0.
Proven ability to implement automation and data analytics solutions.
Experience with simulation software and system integration.
Strong understanding of cloud computing and IoT platforms.
Excellent remote communication, collaboration, and project management skills.

Benefits