Senior Industrial Engineer - Automation Focus

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness programs

Specialized automation training

Flexible hybrid work

Involvement in advanced manufacturing

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer with automation specialization for Randburg operations. You will identify, evaluate, and implement automated solutions to boost manufacturing efficiency, improve product quality, and enhance safety.

The role involves robot integration, control systems, and smart manufacturing technologies. The position is hybrid, enabling collaboration with on-site teams while offering remote work for select tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering with a focus on automation and robotics.
• Experience with PLC programming, robotic systems (FANUC, KUKA), and HMI development.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for automation within manufacturing and operational processes.
• Design, specify, and oversee the implementation of automated systems and robotic solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed automation projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, IT, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of automated systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation for automated processes and equipment.
• Train personnel on the operation and maintenance of new automated equipment and systems.

Skills

Robotics experience

Project management

Analytical skills

PLC programming

HMI development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering

Tools

FANUC

KUKA

HMI software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Engineer with a specialization in automation for their operations in Randburg. This role is crucial for identifying, evaluating, and implementing automated solutions to enhance manufacturing efficiency, improve product quality, and ensure workplace safety. You will work on cutting-edge projects that integrate robotics, advanced control systems, and smart manufacturing technologies. This hybrid position allows for collaboration with on-site teams while benefiting from the flexibility of remote work for certain tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for automation within manufacturing and operational processes.
• Design, specify, and oversee the implementation of automated systems and robotic solutions.
• Conduct feasibility studies and ROI analyses for proposed automation projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, IT, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of automated systems.
• Develop and maintain documentation for automated processes and equipment.
• Train personnel on the operation and maintenance of new automated equipment and systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on automation and robotics.
• Experience with PLC programming, robotic systems (e.g., FANUC, KUKA), and HMI development.
• Knowledge of Industry 4.0 concepts, including IoT and smart manufacturing.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for specialized training in automation technologies.
• Flexible work arrangements combining office and remote work.
• Cutting-edge projects involving advanced manufacturing technologies.