Senior Industrial Engineer: Systems Optimization Leader

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Professional growth

Challenging work environment

Impactful projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp invites a Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in systems optimization to join our client’s team. You will lead analyses of complex industrial systems and drive value through robust improvements.

The role requires 8+ years, a Master’s in Industrial Engineering, and expertise in Arena or AnyLogic, with a track record of delivering measurable productivity gains and cost savings.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in industrial engineering with a focus on systems optimization and complex problem-solving.
• Expertise in simulation software (Arena, AnyLogic) and advanced statistical analysis techniques.
• Proven ability to lead complex optimization projects and deliver measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of existing industrial systems to pinpoint optimization opportunities.
• Design and implement advanced system optimization strategies using simulation, modeling, and data analytics.
• Develop and manage projects for implementing new technologies and process improvements within budget.
• Lead cross-functional teams in root cause analysis and problem-solving initiatives.
• Establish and monitor KPIs to track effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Data analytics

Project management

Systems optimization

Supply chain knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Arena

AnyLogic

Job description

Placements24 in Klerksdorp invites a Senior Industrial Engineer specializing in systems optimization to join our client’s team. You will lead analyses of complex industrial systems and drive value through robust improvements.

The role requires 8+ years, a Master’s in Industrial Engineering, and expertise in Arena or AnyLogic, with a track record of delivering measurable productivity gains and cost savings.