Remote Lead Industrial Engineer: Strategy & Lean Innovation

Placements24

Sandton

Hybrid

ZAR 1,916,000 - 2,874,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead strategic operations initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will analyze complex challenges, architect scalable solutions, and mentor engineering teams to deliver measurable business value.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s or PhD in Industrial Engineering with 10+ years in the field, including leadership roles, and proven impact through operations research, simulation, and advanced modeling.

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or PhD in Industrial Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years in industrial engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
  • Proven track record leading strategic operational initiatives with significant business impact.
  • Expertise in operations research, simulation, statistical analysis, and advanced modeling.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic plans for operational efficiency, capacity planning, and resource optimization across the enterprise.
  • Lead and mentor a team of industrial engineers in analysis, design, and implementation of complex improvements.
  • Utilize advanced data modeling and simulation techniques to assess strategic options and drive informed decisions.

Skills

Leadership
Operations research
Simulation
Advanced modeling
Lean Six Sigma
Communication
Stakeholder management

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Lead Industrial Engineer to spearhead strategic operations initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will analyze complex challenges, architect scalable solutions, and mentor engineering teams to deliver measurable business value.

Ideal candidates have a Master’s or PhD in Industrial Engineering with 10+ years in the field, including leadership roles, and proven impact through operations research, simulation, and advanced modeling.

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