Senior Industrial Engineer - Process Optimization

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Remote work flexibility

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to drive strategic process optimization initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will lead large-scale improvement projects, mentor teams, and apply Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytics to create measurable value across operations.

The role emphasizes remote collaboration, KPI monitoring, and developing ROI analyses while staying ahead of industry best practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering with focus on process optimization.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Master Black Belt or equivalent experience highly desirable).
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects remotely.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of large-scale process improvement projects.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and methodologies to diagnose operational issues and identify opportunities.
• Develop business cases and ROI analyses for proposed engineering solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior industrial engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track process performance and improvements.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in industrial engineering.

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Industrial Engineer to drive strategic process optimization initiatives in a fully remote capacity. This role is pivotal in identifying, analyzing, and implementing improvements across all operational facets of the business. You will leverage your expertise in Lean Six Sigma and advanced analytical techniques to create significant value and enhance efficiency. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with a proven ability to manage complex projects, mentor teams, and effect positive change within a distributed work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of large-scale process improvement projects.
• Utilize advanced analytical tools and methodologies to diagnose operational issues and identify opportunities.
• Develop business cases and ROI analyses for proposed engineering solutions.
• Mentor and guide junior industrial engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track process performance and improvements.
• Stay abreast of industry best practices and emerging technologies in industrial engineering.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering , with a strong focus on process optimization.
• Expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Master Black Belt or equivalent experience highly desirable).
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects remotely.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including salary and performance bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to shape the operational strategy of a growing company.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous budget for professional development and continuous learning.