Remote Senior Industrial Engineer - Process Optimization

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 1,499,000 - 2,166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Health benefits

Home office allowance

Paid time off

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Industrial Engineer to lead strategic process improvements and drive operational excellence across global operations from your home office. You will design, model, and implement advanced efficiency solutions with a data-driven approach and mentor junior engineers remotely.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related fields, 10+ years of progressive experience, and expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred),

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering with focus on process optimization.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), simulation software, and data analytics.
• Proven remote project management experience.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of complex process improvement projects, focusing on efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.
• Develop advanced operational models and simulations to evaluate the impact of proposed changes.
• Analyze large datasets to identify trends, root causes of inefficiencies, and opportunities for strategic intervention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, supply chain, and R&D, to integrate solutions seamlessly.
• Develop and champion best practices in industrial engineering and operational management across the organization.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and operational staff remotely.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Simulation software

Advanced data analytics tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Remote Industrial Engineer to lead strategic process improvements and drive operational excellence across global operations from your home office. You will design, model, and implement advanced efficiency solutions with a data-driven approach and mentor junior engineers remotely.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related fields, 10+ years of progressive experience, and expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred),