Senior Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Hybrid work arrangement

Annual leave

Professional development budget

Leadership opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead and optimize manufacturing and operational processes in a hybrid work setting. You will drive productivity, quality, and cost improvements while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with senior leadership to shape the company's operations strategy.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Industrial Engineering with 7+ years of experience, deep expertise in process optimization, simulation, and ERP systems, and a

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related discipline.
• At least 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering and project leadership.
• Expertise in process optimization, simulation, and statistical analysis.
• Strong understanding of supply chain management and logistics.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale industrial engineering projects from design to implementation.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Refine production standards, workflows, and layouts to maximize throughput.
• Implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote continuous learning.
• Present findings and strategic recommendations to executives.

Skills

Process optimization

Simulation

Statistical analysis

Lean manufacturing

ERP systems

Leadership

Supply chain basics

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to join their innovative team in Centurion , offering a hybrid work model. In this pivotal role, you will lead complex projects focused on optimizing manufacturing and operational processes, driving significant improvements in productivity, quality, and cost-effectiveness. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate closely with leadership to shape strategic operational direction. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply advanced engineering principles in a dynamic environment, contributing to the company's continued growth and success through meticulous analysis and strategic implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of large-scale industrial engineering projects.
• Analyze operational data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for strategic improvement.
• Develop and refine production standards, workflows, and facility layouts to maximize throughput and minimize waste.
• Implement and manage lean manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives across the organization.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Present complex technical findings and strategic recommendations to executive management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related discipline.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a strong track record of project leadership.
• Expertise in process optimization , simulation, and statistical analysis methodologies.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management and logistics principles.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work arrangement for excellent work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and professional development budget.
• Leadership opportunities within a growing organization.