Senior Industrial Engineer - Product Development & Manufacturing Integration

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

International travel

Professional development

Annual leave

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer for an advanced manufacturing facility in Sandton, Gauteng. The role links product development with manufacturing to ensure manufacturability, efficiency, and scalability for consumer electronics.

You will lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives, optimize processes and layouts, perform time studies and cost analyses, and guide cross‑functional teams from design through mass production.

Qualifications

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years in industrial engineering with focus on DFM and NPI.
• Experience optimizing manufacturing for consumer electronics or high-tech industries; Lean Six Sigma Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D and product design to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and scalability.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes and layouts for new product introductions.
• Conduct feasibility, time studies, and cost analyses.
• Implement Lean and Six Sigma to improve efficiency and quality.
• Design and implement testing and quality control procedures.
• Oversee pilot production runs and troubleshoot challenges.
• Maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Identify new technologies and equipment to support advanced manufacturing.
• Train manufacturing personnel on new processes and quality standards.
• Ensure smooth transition of products from development to mass production.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Data modeling

Project management

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Manufacturing optimization

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

ERP systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent innovator in consumer electronics, is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer for their advanced manufacturing facility in Sandton, Gauteng . This pivotal role bridges the gap between product development and manufacturing, ensuring new products are designed for manufacturability, efficiency, and scalability. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep understanding of industrial engineering principles to optimize production processes, reduce costs, and enhance product quality from the initial design phase through to mass production. This is a high-impact position offering the chance to work on cutting-edge products in the vibrant technological landscape of Sandton .

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with R&D and product design teams to ensure manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and scalability of new product designs.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and layouts for new product introductions.
• Conduct feasibility studies, time studies, and cost analyses for new product manufacturing.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Design and implement robust testing and quality control procedures for new products.
• Oversee pilot production runs and troubleshoot any manufacturing challenges.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive process documentation, including work instructions and SOPs.
• Identify and recommend new technologies and equipment to support advanced manufacturing initiatives.
• Train manufacturing personnel on new product processes and quality standards.
• Ensure seamless transition of products from development to full-scale production.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial engineering, with a strong focus on product development, DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and NPI (New Product Introduction).
• Proven experience in optimizing manufacturing processes for consumer electronics or similar high-tech industries.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred), and advanced problem-solving techniques.
• Strong analytical and data modeling skills, with proficiency in simulation software.
• Excellent project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Exceptional communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience with global supply chains and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., automation, robotics) is a plus.
• Must be available for on-site work in Sandton, Gauteng .

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package of ZAR per annum.
• Comprehensive medical aid, life insurance, and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for international travel and professional development.
• A lead role in shaping the future of product manufacturing for a technology leader in Gauteng .
• Exposure to innovative product development cycles and advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Generous annual leave and performance bonuses.
• A dynamic and innovative work environment.