Senior Industrial Engineer - Remote

Placements24

Centurion

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Salary package + incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible remote work setup

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Industrial Engineer to lead remote, cross‑functional initiatives that boost operational efficiency and supply chain performance across global teams. You will own complex process improvements, run simulations, and guide stakeholders with data‑driven ROI analyses.

The role requires a Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, 8+ years of progressive experience, and expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred).

Qualifications

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
8+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with leadership or project management.
Lean Six Sigma expertise; Black Belt preferred.
Advanced proficiency in simulation software, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of strategic initiatives to improve overall operational efficiency and productivity.
Conduct in-depth analysis of production processes, identifying opportunities for automation and innovation.
Develop supply chain optimization strategies and implement best practices for inventory management and logistics.
Mentor junior engineers and guide project teams in adopting new methodologies and technologies.
Facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions on process improvement techniques.
Prepare detailed business cases and ROI analyses for proposed operational changes.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Remote collaboration

Lean Six Sigma

Data visualization

Statistical analysis

Process improvement

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

Data visualization tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Senior Industrial Engineer to join their distributed team. This role is entirely remote, offering a unique opportunity to drive operational excellence across various business units from your home office. You will be responsible for leading complex projects focused on process improvement, supply chain optimization, and operational strategy development. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of industrial engineering principles, a track record of successful project leadership, and exceptional skills in remote collaboration and communication to guide teams and influence stakeholders globally.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design and implementation of strategic initiatives to improve overall operational efficiency and productivity.
Conduct in-depth analysis of production processes, identifying opportunities for automation and innovation.
Develop supply chain optimization strategies and implement best practices for inventory management and logistics.
Mentor junior engineers and guide project teams in adopting new methodologies and technologies.
Facilitate virtual workshops and training sessions on process improvement techniques.
Prepare detailed business cases and ROI analyses for proposed operational changes.

Requirements

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related field.
Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, with a significant portion in leadership or project management roles.
Expertise in Lean Six Sigma (Black Belt certification preferred) and continuous improvement methodologies.
Advanced proficiency in simulation software, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools.
Proven ability to lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects remotely.
Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits