Remote Senior Engineering Operations Leader

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 2,366,000 - 3,380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Remote work allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Engineering Operations Manager to lead complex engineering projects and optimize distributed engineering teams. The role emphasizes strategic planning, resource management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver on time and within budget.

You will drive Lean/ Six Sigma initiatives, maintain quality and safety standards, and report on KPIs while fostering a culture of excellence in a fully remote environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Engineering or related field.
• PhD is a plus for advanced research/complex projects.
• 10+ years of progressive engineering management experience.
• Experience leading distributed/remote engineering teams.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and operational excellence.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Proficiency with project management software, ERP systems, and collaboration tools.
• Experience in Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Industry experience in aerospace, automotive, or robotics is desirable.
• Ability to work effectively in a fully remote capacity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple complex engineering projects from initiation to completion.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans for engineering departments.
• Oversee resource allocation, project scheduling, and budget management for engineering initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts using Lean, Six Sigma, or Agile.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture among remote engineering teams.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Implement and refine engineering processes and workflows to boost productivity.
• Monitor KPIs and report on operational status and outcomes.
• Mentor and develop engineering managers and team members.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Strategic planning

Analytical thinking

Project management

Continuous improvement

Education

Master's degree in Engineering

PhD is a plus

Tools

ERP systems

Project management software

Collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Engineering Operations Manager to lead complex engineering projects and optimize distributed engineering teams. The role emphasizes strategic planning, resource management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver on time and within budget.

You will drive Lean/ Six Sigma initiatives, maintain quality and safety standards, and report on KPIs while fostering a culture of excellence in a fully remote environment.