Manufacturing Process Engineer — On-Site Efficiency

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

On-site access to facilities

Professional growth opportunities

Team-oriented work environment

Job summary

Placements24 partners with a Kimberley-based manufacturer to hire a Mechanical Engineer focused on optimizing manufacturing processes. This hands-on role requires working directly with production machinery to boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the shop floor.

You will analyze data, design upgrades, maintain documentation, and collaborate with maintenance and production teams to implement changes that meet safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.
• Proficiency with CAD software for designing machine parts and systems.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles, automation and material handling.
• Lean Six Sigma experience is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify areas for efficiency, cost and quality improvements.
• Design, develop and implement new mechanical systems and upgrades for production equipment.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including P&IDs, equipment manuals and SOPs.
• Collaborate with production staff and maintenance teams to troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions.
• Ensure all solutions comply with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses for proposed improvements.

Skills

CAD software

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Lean Six Sigma (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Placements24 partners with a Kimberley-based manufacturer to hire a Mechanical Engineer focused on optimizing manufacturing processes. This hands-on role requires working directly with production machinery to boost efficiency, quality, and safety on the shop floor.

You will analyze data, design upgrades, maintain documentation, and collaborate with maintenance and production teams to implement changes that meet safety and regulatory standards.