2 Year Temporary Project Engineer

Profile Personnel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established automotive company based in Kariega seeks a qualified Temporary Project Engineer to enhance logistics efficiency. The role involves planning and optimizing material flows to support production and export projects. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and substantial experience in project management within a manufacturing context.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in logistics processes in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 18 months’ experience in Project Management.
• Qualification in Engineering or Logistics.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, develop, and optimize material handling facilities and logistics processes.
• Prepare layouts, drawings, and specifications for facilities.
• Coordinate and monitor logistics planning contracts.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Planning

Organizing

Decision-making

Communication

CAD drawing interpretation

Computer literacy

Excel proficiency

Education

Degree or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics, or Purchasing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Job description

Well-established automotive company based in Kariega is seeking a qualified and experienced applicant to join their dynamic team.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidates to fill the Temporary Project Engineer position in the Logistics Department – Production (Kariega).

Brief Role Description

The successful candidate will plan, design, develop, and introduce provisions, modifications, and maintenance of material handling facilities, transport, packaging, processes, and systems. The goal is to optimize material flow from source to point of use, supporting Production, P&A, Localizations, and Export projects in achieving their targets. The role also involves analyzing, maintaining, and controlling Logistics Planning Contracts through liaison with relevant departments and external contractors to reduce costs and improve control methods.

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Planning and preparing detailed logistics material flow concepts for production and warehouse environments to find optimal solutions.
• Preparing detailed layouts, drawings, and job specifications for specialized facilities.
• Designing and procuring logistics facilities such as stillages, pallets, dunnage, trolleys, racking, storage facilities, and packaging based on analysis of project requirements.
• Defining project plans for coordination and monitoring.
• Preparing enquiry requests to obtain quotations from suppliers.
• Evaluating quotations and negotiating with suppliers.
• Preparing appropriation requests for capital expenditure justification.
• Preparing and issuing purchase requisitions.
• Arranging project/facility/service acceptance and hand-over, including demonstrations or trials.
• Preparing budget estimates for investment programs, cost studies, localization, and export projects.
• Developing and introducing packaging specifications.
• Drafting and updating Logistics Material Handling Contract specifications.

Qualification Requirements

Degree or National Diploma in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Logistics, or Purchasing.

Experience Needed

At least 3 years’ experience with logistics processes in a manufacturing environment, including a minimum of 18 months in Project Management.

Essential Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and under pressure.
• Good planning, organizing, and decision-making abilities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting 3D CAD drawings.
• Full computer literacy, including advanced Excel skills, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, and Word.

Added Advantage

• Experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with SAP in Supply Chain Management.
• German language proficiency.

If interested, please email your CV to Erin Bentz at [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. We will keep your CV on our database for future relevant opportunities.