Senior Industrial Engineer - Facilities and Layout Design

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Generous leave

Development budget

Hybrid work

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 invites a Senior Industrial Engineer to Randburg to spearhead facility layouts, optimize material flow, and enhance ergonomic solutions in a hybrid work setting. The role demands mastery of factory planning, CAD tools, and simulation for validation, working with architectural, construction, and operations teams.

Ideal candidates will have a strong track record in large-scale layout projects, lean principles, and leadership across cross-functional groups, ensuring safe, efficient

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering focused on facilities planning and layout design.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD or equivalent) for layout design.
• Experience with factory simulation software (Arena, FlexSim) for layout validation.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, ergonomics, and material handling systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and project management skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities; able to influence cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing large capital projects and working in on-site and remote environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of facility layouts for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and distribution centers.
• Develop detailed material flow strategies to ensure efficient movement of goods and resources.
• Utilize CAD software and simulation tools to model and analyze proposed layouts.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement solutions to improve worker safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, and construction.
• Perform capacity planning and space utilization studies to support future expansion needs.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource requirements for layout projects.
• Ensure designs comply with safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on layout and facility design principles.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Arena

FlexSim

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major industrial conglomerate with significant operations in Randburg , seeks an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to lead initiatives in facilities planning and layout design. This hybrid role requires regular on-site presence for detailed analysis and collaboration, complemented by remote work flexibility for reporting and analysis. You will be responsible for designing efficient and safe facility layouts, optimizing material flow, and implementing ergonomic solutions to enhance workplace productivity. This role demands a deep understanding of factory planning, simulation tools, and lean principles. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex layout projects from conception to implementation, working closely with architectural, construction, and operations teams. You will play a key role in shaping the physical infrastructure of our operational sites to support future growth and efficiency gains.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and optimization of facility layouts for manufacturing plants, warehouses, and distribution centers.
• Develop detailed material flow strategies to ensure efficient movement of goods and resources.
• Utilize CAD software and simulation tools to model and analyze proposed layouts.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement solutions to improve worker safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, and construction, throughout the project lifecycle.
• Perform capacity planning and space utilization studies to support future expansion needs.
• Develop project timelines, budgets, and resource requirements for layout projects.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant safety regulations, building codes, and environmental standards.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for management and stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on layout and facility design principles.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a specialization in facilities planning and layout design.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software for layout design.
• Experience with factory simulation software (e.g., Arena, FlexSim) for layout validation.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles, ergonomics, and material handling systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities, capable of influencing diverse teams.
• Experience in managing large-scale capital projects.
• Ability to work effectively in both on-site and remote environments.

Benefits

• Competitive senior-level salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company match.
• Substantial annual leave and paid holidays.
• Professional development budget for conferences and certifications.
• Opportunity to lead impactful projects and shape operational infrastructure.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.