About the Role
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (NQF Level 6).
- 5 years’ engineering experience within a manufacturing environment, including 3 years at supervisory level.
- Proficiency in MS Office and advanced Autodesk Inventor design skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (NQF Level 7). (Advantageous)
Technical Skills and Knowledge
- Knowledge of manufacturing and production processes.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings.
- Knowledge of Autodesk Vault.
- Experience in project scoping and costing.
- Knowledge of jig and fixture design.
- Basic mechanical hands-on skills, including grinding, machining and welding.
- Understanding of product development, design validation and engineering improvement processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Define, plan, design, develop and validate products, systems and mechanical components according to manufacturing requirements.
- Analyse customer specifications and translate requirements into clear product performance criteria.
- Ensure products meet technical specifications, industry standards and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Conduct research, benchmarking and feasibility studies to identify new technologies and improvement opportunities.
- Drive engineering projects from design and planning through to implementation.
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives and cost-saving opportunities.
- Monitor project progress, budgets, timelines and associated risks.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements and relevant legislation.
- Assist with budget preparation, expenditure monitoring and cost control.
- Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve technical problems efficiently while supporting operational targets and product quality.
Salary
Market-related.