Senior Industrial Engineer - Facilities Planning

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA, seeks a senior Industrial Engineer to lead facilities planning, layout optimization, and plant redesigns to improve throughput, safety, and efficiency. The role blends on-site assessment with remote strategic planning and requires CAD and simulation proficiency.

The position offers a hybrid work arrangement with opportunities to drive large-scale industrial projects and collaborate with architects, operations, and construction teams across the region.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering with a focus on facilities planning and layout design.
• Proficiency with CAD (AutoCAD) for facility layout and design.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, ergonomics, and material handling systems.
• Experience with simulation software for facility modeling and throughput analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and optimization of manufacturing facilities and production layouts.
• Analyze material flow, space utilization, and processes to identify improvements.
• Develop conceptual designs and detailed layouts for new facilities or modifications.
• Perform site selection analyses and feasibility studies for capital projects.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, safety, and external consultants.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, environmental, and ergonomic standards.
• Develop justifications and business cases for facility expenditures.
• Implement lean principles to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
• Oversee project management of facility construction and implementation phases.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of facility layouts and flows.

Skills

CAD/AutoCAD

Lean manufacturing

Ergonomics

Material handling

Simulation software

Operations analysis

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a large-scale industrial company in Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to lead initiatives in facilities planning and layout optimization. This critical role involves the strategic design and re-design of manufacturing facilities to enhance operational flow, safety, and efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in industrial engineering principles, combined with expertise in site selection analysis, plant layout design, material flow optimization, and ergonomic assessments. You will be responsible for developing conceptual designs, conducting feasibility studies, and collaborating with architectural and construction teams to bring facility plans to fruition. This position requires a blend of strategic thinking, analytical rigor, and excellent stakeholder management skills, with a hybrid work arrangement allowing for both on-site assessment and remote strategic planning. Join a company committed to innovation and operational excellence in the Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and optimization of manufacturing facilities and production layouts.
• Conduct detailed analyses of material flow, space utilization, and operational processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop conceptual designs and detailed layouts for new facilities or modifications to existing ones.
• Perform site selection analyses and feasibility studies for capital investment projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, maintenance, safety, and external consultants/architects.
• Ensure designs comply with safety regulations, environmental standards, and ergonomic best practices.
• Develop justifications and business cases for facility-related capital expenditures.
• Implement lean principles in facility design to minimize waste and maximize efficiency.
• Oversee or assist in the project management of facility construction and implementation phases.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of facility layouts and operational flows.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on facilities planning, layout design, and operations analysis.
• Proven expertise in using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) for facility layout and design.
• In-depth knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, ergonomics, and material handling systems.
• Experience with simulation software for facility modeling and throughput analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model, balancing on-site and remote responsibilities.
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to the Vereeniging, Gauteng, ZA area for on-site requirements.

Benefits

• Highly competitive senior-level salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and leadership training.
• Generous vacation and leave policies.
• A challenging and rewarding role with significant impact.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial projects.