Senior Industrial Engineer - Facility Layout and Design

Placements24; Randburg; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health, disability, and retirement‑ben

Continued professional development

Opportunities to lead major projects

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer in Randburg to lead design and optimization of manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers. Hybrid role combines on-site assessment with remote collaboration to maximize throughput, safety, and efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in industrial engineering, strong CAD skills (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), and deep knowledge of material handling, ergonomics, and Lean manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture with an industrial focus.
• Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 7 years in industrial engineering focusing on facility layout, design, and material handling.
• Proficient in CAD tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for facility planning.
• Strong knowledge of Lean principles, ergonomics, and safety standards.
• Experience with simulation software for layout analysis is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong project management.
• Effective communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsabilités

• Lead the design and redesign of industrial facilities (plants, warehouses, distribution centers).
• Develop optimized layouts considering material flow, equipment placement, and storage.
• Create detailed facility plans using CAD and other design tools.
• Conduct site assessments and analyze existing layouts for improvements.
• Apply Lean principles to reduce waste and optimize value streams.
• Ensure designs comply with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Develop specs for material handling equipment and storage systems.
• Collaborate with architects, construction managers, and vendors.
• Perform simulation and modeling to predict performance and identify issues.
• Contribute to CAPEX justifications for facility improvements and new builds.

Connaissances

Facility layout design

CAD software

Lean Manufacturing

Ergonomics

Material handling systems

Simulation software

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Mechanical Engineering or Architecture (industrial focus)

Master's degree

Outils

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Description du poste

Our client, a prominent industrial entity located in Randburg , is seeking an experienced Senior Industrial Engineer with specialized skills in Facility Layout and Design. This hybrid role requires a blend of on-site analysis and design work with the flexibility of remote collaboration. You will be instrumental in conceptualizing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing facilities, warehouses, and distribution centers to maximize efficiency, safety, and throughput. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio of successful facility design projects and a deep understanding of material flow, ergonomics, and lean principles. This is a key position within our client's operations in the vibrant Gauteng economic hub, offering the chance to shape the physical infrastructure of advanced industrial operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and re-design of industrial facilities, including production plants, warehouses, and distribution centers.
• Develop optimized facility layouts considering material flow, equipment placement, storage strategies, and personnel movement.
• Utilize CAD software and other design tools to create detailed facility plans and drawings.
• Conduct site assessments and analyze existing layouts to identify areas for improvement.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to facility design, focusing on waste reduction and value stream optimization.
• Ensure facility designs comply with all relevant safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Develop specifications for material handling equipment and storage systems.
• Collaborate with architects, construction managers, and equipment vendors throughout the design and implementation phases.
• Perform simulation and modeling of proposed layouts to predict performance and identify potential issues.
• Contribute to capital expenditure justifications for facility improvements and new constructions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Architecture with an industrial focus.
• Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a significant focus on facility layout, design, and material handling systems.
• Proven expertise in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for facility planning.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, ergonomics, and safety standards.
• Experience with simulation software for facility layout analysis is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, spatial reasoning, and problem-solving skills.Strong project management capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and develop technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience in managing vendor relationships and overseeing implementation phases.

Benefits

• Highly competitive senior-level salary with potential for performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, disability, and retirement benefits.
• Generous vacation and paid time off.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and advanced training in design technologies.
• Lead impactful projects that define the physical infrastructure of major industrial operations.
• A challenging and innovative work environment.
• Supportive team and management structure.