Remote Industrial Engineering Lead

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 2,985,000 - 3,979,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Industrial Engineering Lead to guide virtual teams and drive process innovation across global operations.

The role demands a master’s in Industrial Engineering, 10+ years of progressive experience, and a proven record in large-scale optimization, Lean Six Sigma, and data-driven decision making, with strong remote leadership and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years in industrial engineering with leadership experience.
• Proven track record in large-scale process optimization.
• Expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a distributed team of industrial engineers in a remote setting.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives to optimize global production and supply chain.
• Oversee design and validation of new manufacturing technologies.
• Utilise advanced data analytics and simulation to drive improvements.
• Define and monitor KPIs to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Champion Lean and Six Sigma across operations.

Skills

Remote leadership

Data analytics

Lean Six Sigma

Collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Process simulation software

Cloud-based PM tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Remote Industrial Engineering Lead to guide their virtual engineering teams and drive process innovation across their global operations. This position requires a leader capable of overseeing projects, mentoring engineers, and implementing advanced industrial engineering methodologies without the need for physical co-location. You will be responsible for developing strategic plans for operational efficiency, ensuring consistency and quality in all engineered processes, and fostering a collaborative remote work environment. This is a premier opportunity for a seasoned professional to shape the future of operations from a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a geographically dispersed team of industrial engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive remote environment.
• Develop and execute strategic initiatives for optimizing global production and supply chain processes.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and validation of new manufacturing technologies and methodologies.
• Utilize advanced data analytics and simulation tools to drive process improvements and predictive modeling.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Champion the adoption of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles across all operations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership or lead role.
• Demonstrated success in implementing large-scale process optimization projects.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced statistical analysis techniques.
• Exceptional remote leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Experience with cloud-based project management and collaboration tools.

Benefits

• A highly competitive executive salary and annual bonus.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous remote work stipend for home office setup and maintenance.
• Significant budget for professional development, training, and conference attendance.
• The opportunity to lead innovative projects and make a global impact from anywhere.