COMPONENT ENGINEER – KARIEGA – EASTERN CAPE

Tych Business Solutions; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Kariega seeks an experienced engineer to manage component releases and resolve design issues in automotive production. Applicants should hold a relevant engineering degree and possess at least 3 years of experience in supplier quality engineering. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role may require travel.

Qualifications

• 3 years of Supplier/Quality/Engineering experience on automotive components.

Responsibilities

• Release Body Department components and systems.
• Resolve design related problems on all locally manufactured platforms.
• Co-ordinate testing and release of components & systems.

Skills

Initiative

Excellent communication skills

Technical problem-solving ability

Computer literacy (Microsoft Office)

Ability to learn complex systems

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Job description

Possible Tasks within this Role

• The release of Body Department components and systems.
• The resolution of design related problems on all locally manufactured platforms.
• Keep accurate record of part level and software built in production (Bill of Material).
• Co-ordination of testing and release of components & systems.
• Initiate and drive cost savings on components into production

Qualification requirements

National Diploma or Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Experience needed

• 3 year’s experience of Supplier/Quality/ Engineering experience on automotive components. (Development /Improvements/ Problem-solving)

Essentials

• Initiative, be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication skills to all levels.
  • Ability to quickly learn and understand complex components/systems/networks.
  • Good technical problem-solving ability.
  • Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
  • Willingness to travel

Added Advantage

• Mechatronics/ Mechanical Engineering qualification.
• Experience in driver assisting systems and e-Connectivity.
• Knowledge of both metal, automotive glass and rubber components.
• German and/or Portuguese language knowledge or willingness to learn