8021 Fixed-term Junior Project Assistant : Medical Device Product Development

Central University of Technology, Free State; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 126,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Bloemfontein seeks a Junior Project Assistant to assist in medical device product development. The role involves maintaining records and ensuring ISO 9001 compliance. Ideal candidates have a National Diploma or Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 1-2 years experience in product development. A competitive salary of R 126,000 per annum is offered, with additional insights available through the recruitment office.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in Product Development.
• Strong understanding of ISO 9001 quality management system.
• Experience with computer-aided design tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing medical device products.
• Ensure products meet quality management standards.
• Update timesheets and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Computer-aided design (CAD)

Market Research

Joomla

C

Banking

Product Development

Education

National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Overview

8021 Fixed-term Junior Project Assistant : Medical Device Product Development

RESEARCH INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT Product Development Technology Station (PDTS)

Bloemfontein Campus

Main purpose of the job

To assist the technology station in developing products and ensure that products are designed and manufactured in line with the ISO 9001 quality management system.

Main tasks

• Product Development
• Updating Timesheets
• Record-keeping
• Personal Development

Appointment details and salary

Nature of appointment: Three (3) Year Fixed-term Support Services

Minimum salary scale (Total Cost to Company): R 126 000 per annum

Note: CUT applies an internal parity model to determine remuneration that complies with the principle of equal pay for work of equal value. Accordingly the preferred candidate may expect an offer that is in line with their qualifications and years of similar experience. Please contact the Recruitment office for more information on the applicable salary scale.

Qualifications and experience

Minimum Qualification / Knowledge and / or Experience

• National Diploma or equivalent qualification in mechanical engineering.
• 1 year of experience in Product Development.
• Computer-aided design (CAD) experience.

Desired Qualification Knowledge and / or Experience

• or equivalent bachelors degree in mechanical engineering.
• 2 years experience in Product Development

Job-related enquiries

Ms. Shelly Mona (email protected)

Remuneration Benefits and Process Enquiries: Recruitment Office (email protected)

Application timeline

DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 18 July 2025

Experience and skills

Experience: Junior IC

Key Skills: Joomla, Banking, C, Market Research, Bpcs

Employment type and vacancy

Employment Type: Contract

Vacancy: 1