Remote Industrial Engineer - Manufacturing Systems

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in manufacturing systems to drive efficiency across production facilities. This fully remote role lets you apply process design, automation, and system integration from anywhere, analyzing operations and implementing solutions for productivity, quality, and safety.

You’ll work with diverse teams to optimize layouts, reduce cycle times, and ensure successful adoption of improvements while maintaining SOPs and training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering with focus on manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in process analysis, Lean, and Six Sigma.
• Experience with automation technologies, robotics, and MES.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and remote project management skills.
• Excellent virtual communication for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment utilization to identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Design and implement optimized manufacturing layouts and systems to enhance throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Evaluate and recommend automation technologies and solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual labor.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and training materials for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate virtually with plant managers, engineers, and production staff to implement process changes.
• Monitor manufacturing performance using KPIs and data analysis, driving continuous improvement.

Skills

Process analysis

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Automation

MES

Remote project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

MES

Robotics

Automation

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in manufacturing systems to drive efficiency and innovation across their production facilities. This fully remote role allows you to apply your expertise in process design, automation, and system integration from anywhere. You will be responsible for analyzing manufacturing operations, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing solutions that enhance productivity, quality, and safety. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge manufacturing practices in a flexible, remote work environment, collaborating with diverse teams to achieve operational excellence and shape the future of production.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment utilization to identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
• Design and implement optimized manufacturing layouts and systems to enhance throughput and reduce cycle times.
• Evaluate and recommend automation technologies and solutions to improve efficiency and reduce manual labor.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials for manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate virtually with plant managers, engineers, and production staff to implement process changes and ensure successful adoption.
• Monitor manufacturing performance using key metrics and data analysis, recommending continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Industrial Engineering , with a strong focus on manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in manufacturing process analysis, Lean Manufacturing principles, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience with automation technologies , robotics, and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills for remote project execution.
• Excellent virtual communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with remote work allowances.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in manufacturing technologies.
• Work from anywhere within designated regions.
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.