Remote Industrial Engineer - Systems Design

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first organization

Fully remote role

Professional development budget

Flexible hours

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary and experienced Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in Systems Design to join a geographically dispersed team across South Africa. This fully remote role focuses on analyzing complex operational needs and designing scalable systems that boost efficiency, productivity, and integration.

You will model, simulate, and architect systems using AnyLogic and Arena, collaborate with stakeholders remotely, document designs and implementation plans, and drive

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering with emphasis on systems design.
• Experience with simulation software and process modeling.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational requirements and design integrated systems to improve efficiency.
• Develop process models, simulations, and system architectures to visualize solutions.
• Utilize analytical techniques for system optimization and validation.
• Collaborate remotely with stakeholders across departments to gather requirements.
• Document system designs and implementation plans thoroughly.
• Research innovative technologies for systems improvement.

Skills

Industrial Engineering

Systems design

Analytics

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AnyLogic

Arena

Operations research

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary and experienced Remote Industrial Engineer specializing in Systems Design to join their innovative, geographically dispersed team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for analyzing complex operational needs and designing robust, scalable systems that enhance efficiency, productivity, and integration across various business functions. Your expertise in modeling, simulation, and system architecture will be crucial in developing next-generation operational frameworks. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer to shape critical systems in a forward-thinking, remote-first organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze operational requirements and design integrated systems to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Develop detailed process models, simulations, and system architectures to visualize and test proposed solutions.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques and software tools for system optimization and design validation.
• Collaborate virtually with stakeholders across different departments and locations to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
• Document system designs, operational procedures, and implementation plans thoroughly.
• Research and recommend innovative technologies and methodologies for systems improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related quantitative field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong emphasis on systems design and analysis.
• Expertise in simulation software (e.g., AnyLogic, Arena) and process modeling tools.
• Strong background in operations research, statistical modeling, and optimization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and communicate technical concepts effectively in a remote setting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary for a remote, senior-level position.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Significant flexibility with a fully remote work environment and flexible hours.
• Budget for professional development, including conferences and online courses.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects with a talented, distributed team.