Remote Industrial Engineer - Digital Transformation Lead

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 2,001,000 - 2,501,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote salary package

Global health benefits

Retirement contribution

Home office setup allowance

Online professional development

Flexible working hours

Annual performance bonuses

Team-building events

Digital collaboration platform

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Remote Industrial Engineer to lead a major digital transformation journey. The role is fully remote, guiding global teams in adopting IoT, AI, analytics, and automation to reimagine industrial processes.

You will drive a digital roadmap, analyze connected-system data, and design real-time monitoring solutions while communicating progress to stakeholders and enabling cross-functional collaboration across time zones.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a strong digital focus.
• 8+ years in industrial engineering with at least 4 years in digital transformation, automation, or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience leading digital initiatives and managing cross-functional, distributed teams.
• Deep understanding of IoT, AI/ML, data analytics platforms, and process automation technologies.
• Excellent ability to conceptualize and implement complex digital solutions.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in Agile methodologies.
• Exceptional remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value and strategic recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and implementation of digital technologies (IoT, AI, data analytics, automation) to improve industrial processes.
• Develop and execute a digital transformation roadmap for operational efficiency and productivity gains.
• Collaborate with remote and on-site teams across various departments to drive the adoption of new digital tools and workflows.
• Analyze data from connected systems to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for optimization.
• Design and implement digital solutions that enhance real-time monitoring and control of operations.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions to upskill teams on digital platforms.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and assess their potential application within the organization.
• Develop business cases and project proposals for digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure seamless integration of digital solutions with existing enterprise systems.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes of digital transformation efforts to stakeholders at all levels.

Skills

IoT

AI/ML

Data analytics

Automation

Remote communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering/CS or related field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Simulation software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is embarking on a significant digital transformation journey and is seeking a visionary Remote Industrial Engineer to lead these critical initiatives. This role is entirely remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge projects. The successful candidate will be instrumental in identifying and implementing digital solutions to enhance operational efficiency across the organization. This includes leveraging data analytics, automation, IoT, and AI to reimagine business processes. You will work closely with global teams, guiding them through the adoption of new digital tools and methodologies. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our client's operations by integrating advanced digital technologies. The focus is on creating smarter, more connected, and highly efficient systems, driving innovation from concept to implementation. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring that our client remains at the forefront of technological advancement in the industrial sector. This remote position demands a high degree of self-discipline, proactive communication, and a passion for digital innovation in an industrial engineering context.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the assessment and implementation of digital technologies (IoT, AI, data analytics, automation) to improve industrial processes.
• Develop and execute a digital transformation roadmap for operational efficiency and productivity gains.
• Collaborate with remote and on-site teams across various departments to drive the adoption of new digital tools and workflows.
• Analyze data from connected systems to identify trends, insights, and opportunities for optimization.
• Design and implement digital solutions that enhance real-time monitoring and control of operations.
• Facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions to upskill teams on digital platforms.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and assess their potential application within the organization.
• Develop business cases and project proposals for digital transformation initiatives.
• Ensure seamless integration of digital solutions with existing enterprise systems.
• Communicate progress, challenges, and successes of digital transformation efforts to stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field with a strong digital focus.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial engineering, with at least 4 years focused on digital transformation, automation, or advanced analytics.
• Proven experience in leading digital initiatives and managing cross-functional, distributed teams.
• Deep understanding of IoT, AI/ML, data analytics platforms, and process automation technologies.
• Excellent ability to conceptualize and implement complex digital solutions.
• Strong project management skills, with experience in Agile methodologies.
• Exceptional remote communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into business value and strategic recommendations.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) and simulation software.
• Must be a self-starter, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remote salary package.
• Comprehensive global health benefits.
• Generous contribution to retirement savings.
• Allowance for home office setup and internet connectivity.
• Extensive online professional development and certification opportunities.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Opportunity to work on transformative global projects.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.
• Regular virtual team-building events and social activities.
• Access to a robust digital collaboration platform.