Senior Industrial Engineer: Automotive Production Optimizer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plan with matching

Paid vacation and holidays

Training and professional development

Relocation assistance

Access to advanced manufacturing tech

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in Production Optimization based in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role focuses on analyzing complex production systems, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing innovative cost-saving solutions to boost output and efficiency.

The candidate should have deep experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process simulation, with a track record of leading change and driving continuous improvement in a hybrid on-site/remote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in industrial engineering in automotive manufacturing or high-volume production.
• Proven track record leading production optimization projects.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt preferred), and continuous improvement techniques.
• Proficiency with simulation and modeling software (e.g., ProcessModel, Arena) and CAD tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team collaboration abilities.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Understanding of automation technologies and their application in manufacturing.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote tasks.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis, design, and implementation of improvements to production processes and systems.
• Develop and execute strategies for optimizing manufacturing efficiency, throughput, and quality.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and reduce variability.
• Utilise simulation software to model production scenarios and evaluate the impact of proposed changes.
• Collaborate with production staff, management and other engineering disciplines to identify and address operational challenges.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor production efficiency and project progress.
• Oversee process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Data interpretation

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ProcessModel

Arena

CAD tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in Production Optimization based in Pretoria, Gauteng. The role focuses on analyzing complex production systems, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing innovative cost-saving solutions to boost output and efficiency.

The candidate should have deep experience in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process simulation, with a track record of leading change and driving continuous improvement in a hybrid on-site/remote