Senior Industrial Design Engineer

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

State-of-the-art facilities

Team-building activities

Job summary

Placements24 in East London seeks a Senior Industrial Design Engineer to lead design, development, and integration of manufacturing processes, driving efficiency and cost-effectiveness in production.

The role combines industrial engineering, manufacturing technology, and PLM expertise to bring new designs from concept to full-scale production, collaborating with R&D, production, and quality teams to advance manufacturing excellence in the East London hub.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years' experience in industrial design and process engineering within manufacturing.
• Experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, and lean principles.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Leadership and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in automotive manufacturing and familiarity with IATF 16949 is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead industrial design and process engineering for NPIs.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and plant layouts.
• Design and select manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with R&D and product design for DFM.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new processes.
• Develop SOPs and work instructions for production.
• Oversee pilot runs and ramp-ups for new products.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Use CAD/CAM for process design and simulation.
• Stay updated with emerging manufacturing technologies.

Skills

Industrial design

Process engineering

NPI/DFM

CAD/CAM

Lean manufacturing

Leadership

Education

Masters degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned automotive components manufacturer located in East London , is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Design Engineer. This pivotal role will focus on the design, development, and integration of manufacturing processes and systems to ensure optimal production efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial engineering principles, manufacturing technologies, and product lifecycle management. You will be instrumental in driving innovation in manufacturing processes, collaborating with R&D, production, and quality assurance teams to bring new designs from concept to full-scale production. We are looking for a proactive problem-solver with excellent leadership and communication skills, committed to advancing manufacturing excellence within the East London industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the industrial design and process engineering for new product introductions (NPIs).
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and plant layouts.
• Design and select appropriate manufacturing equipment and tooling.
• Collaborate with R&D and product design teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new manufacturing processes.
• Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for production.
• Oversee pilot runs and production ramp-ups for new products.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to improve quality and efficiency.
• Utilize CAD/CAM software for process design and simulation.
• Stay current with emerging manufacturing technologies and best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial design and process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience in New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, automation, and lean principles.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong leadership and team collaboration abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working within the automotive manufacturing sector is highly advantageous.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (e.g., IATF 16949).

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Annual performance bonus and potential profit sharing.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-sponsored retirement fund with employer match.
• Generous opportunities for professional development and further education.
• Access to state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and technology.
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture.
• Employee assistance program.
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities.