Senior Industrial Engineer - Facilities & Layout Design

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Training budget

Generous annual leave

Large-scale projects exposure

Industry leader

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in Facilities and Layout Design to optimize warehouse layouts, material handling, and space utilization. You will analyze current layouts, design using CAD, and implement changes to boost productivity.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Industrial Engineering with at least six years in facility layout, CAD (AutoCAD, Revit), and Lean.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in facility layout and design.
• CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Revit) for facility planning.
• Strong knowledge of material handling and warehousing.
• Lean principles applied to facility design.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Analyze current warehouse and facility layouts to identify inefficiencies.
• Design and develop optimal facility layouts using CAD, considering equipment and workflow.
• Plan and manage the implementation of layout changes, including relocation.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and maintenance for integrated layouts.
• Develop and maintain facility design documentation and guidelines.
• Research new technologies to enhance facility performance and efficiency.
• Ensure designs comply with safety regulations and codes.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning for expansion.

Skills

Lean principles

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the logistics and distribution sector based in Randburg, Gauteng, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Industrial Engineer with a specialization in Facilities and Layout Design. This role is crucial for optimizing the physical infrastructure and operational flow within warehouses and distribution centers. You will be responsible for analyzing existing layouts, designing new ones, and implementing changes to improve material handling, storage efficiency, and overall operational productivity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of industrial engineering principles, advanced CAD skills, and a proven ability to design efficient and cost-effective facility layouts. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a key organization within Gauteng's thriving business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze current warehouse and facility layouts to identify inefficiencies in material flow, space utilization, and operational ergonomics.
• Design and develop optimal facility layouts using CAD software, considering equipment placement, workflow, and safety requirements.
• Plan and manage the implementation of layout changes, including equipment relocation and infrastructure modifications.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed facility designs and improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and maintenance teams to ensure new layouts are integrated effectively with existing systems and processes.
• Develop and maintain detailed facility design documentation, including floor plans, equipment specifications, and operational guidelines.
• Research and evaluate new technologies and equipment that can enhance facility performance and efficiency.
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant safety regulations, building codes, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to long-term strategic planning for facility expansion and optimization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on facility layout and design.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) for facility planning and design.
• Solid understanding of material handling systems, warehousing operations, and logistics principles.
• Experience with simulation software for layout analysis and validation is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean principles and their application to facility design.
• Must be able to work on-site in Randburg, Gauteng.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonus.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and training budget.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Exposure to large-scale logistics and distribution projects.
• Be part of a leading company in the sector.