Remote Industrial Systems Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision benefits

Professional development budget

Flexible working hours

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Industrial Systems Engineer to join our operations team, working from anywhere. You will design, develop, and optimize industrial systems and processes to boost efficiency, scalability, and integration across virtual teams.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Industrial or Systems Engineering, 5+ years in optimization, and strong skills in modeling, simulation, and automation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial or systems engineering focused on optimization.
• Experience working fully remote.
• Proficiency in systems modeling, simulation software, and process analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of automation, data acquisition, and manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and remote communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize industrial systems and processes for efficiency and reliability.
• Develop system requirements, specifications, and technical designs for workflows.
• Use simulation and modeling tools to evaluate performance and predict outcomes.
• Collaborate with IT, operations, and R&D in a virtual environment.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems, diagrams, SOPs, and user guides.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues with minimal disruption.

Skills

Systems modeling

Simulation software

Process analysis

Remote collaboration

Automation understanding

Data acquisition systems

Manufacturing technologies

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and forward-thinking Remote Industrial Systems Engineer to join their operations team, working from anywhere. This role is crucial for the design, development, and enhancement of our client's industrial systems and processes, focusing on efficiency, scalability, and integration. You will leverage your expertise in systems engineering and process modeling to contribute to strategic operational improvements, collaborating extensively with virtual teams across different departments and time zones. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, adept at remote collaboration, and possesses a deep understanding of optimizing complex industrial operations through technology and robust system design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and optimize industrial systems and processes for enhanced efficiency and reliability.
• Develop system requirements, specifications, and technical designs for new or improved operational workflows.
• Utilize simulation and modeling tools to evaluate system performance and predict outcomes of changes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including IT, operations, and R&D, in a virtual environment.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for industrial systems, including diagrams, SOPs, and user guides.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering , Systems Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering or systems engineering, with a focus on process and system optimization.
• Demonstrated success working effectively in a fully remote capacity.
• Proficiency in systems modeling, simulation software, and process analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of automation, data acquisition systems, and manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous professional development budget for online courses and certifications.
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from any location.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work environment that values contributions from all team members.