Project Engineer (Plant & Engineering)

South African Bank Note Company (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Bank Note industry is seeking a Project Engineer to manage mechanical and electrical projects. The role involves overseeing project lifecycles, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and collaborating with various teams for successful delivery. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in project management, with proficiency in engineering design software.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in engineering, plant, equipment or infrastructure project engineering.
• Professional registration with ECSA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of engineering projects.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for project delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Quality Assurance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Mechatronics Engineering

Project Management Qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Revit

Job description

Purpose

Job Description

To plan, manage, and deliver mechanical, electrical, plant equipment, and maintenance-related projects within the highly regulated and secure environment of the Bank Note industry. The Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of these projects—from planning and procurement to installation, commissioning, and handover. The role ensures that all work meets required quality standards, adheres to safety and regulatory compliance, and supports the organisation’s strategic and operational objectives. The Project Engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure project delivery within the approved scope, budget, and schedule, with minimal disruption to core production activities.

Main Responsibilities (not Limited To)

• Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of Mechanical, Industrial and Electrical engineering projects, including specification, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Lead projects involving plant equipment upgrades, production machinery, HVAC systems, electrical and compressed air distribution, automation, and Engineering infrastructure.
• Review and ensure all equipment, materials, and services comply with quality standards and specifications during procurement. Verify that vendors and contractors adhere to quality requirements throughout project execution.
• Support maintenance improvement initiatives through engineered solutions that reduce downtime, enhance reliability, and extend asset life.
• Establish and manage hold points throughout the project lifecycle to verify that key deliverables and milestones meet quality standards before proceeding to the next phase. Ensure inspections are carried out at appropriate stages, and any issues are addressed before advancing.
• Develop project scopes of work, technical specifications, cost estimates, schedules, and resource plans for capital and operational projects.
• Develop, implement, and manage Quality Control Plans (QCP) for mechanical, electrical, plant, equipment, and maintenance projects. Ensure all design and construction activities meet the required quality standards and project specifications.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, Procurement, and external vendors to ensure smooth execution of plant-related projects.
• Ensure projects comply with relevant engineering standards (e.g., SANS, ECSA, ISO), occupational health and safety laws, and industry-specific regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical support for the evaluation, selection, and procurement of equipment, spares, and engineering services.
• Participate in technical evaluations, bid committees, and contract management activities.
• Use engineering tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and related software to review and create technical drawings and models.
• Oversee contractor performance on-site, ensuring work is completed according to plan, with strict adherence to safety, quality, and security protocols.
• Plan, develop documentation, and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and performance validation of new equipment and systems before operational handover.
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and reliability improvement initiatives for repetitive equipment failures.
• Ensure that engineering documentation, equipment records, and project close-out reports are maintained and handed over to relevant departments.
• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental regulations are adhered to in line with the legal requirements for both SABN employees and contractors.
  
  

The Preferred Candidate Is Likely To Have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Mechatronics Engineering (Essential)
• Professional registration with ECSA (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) (Preferred but not mandatory)
• Project Management Qualification e.g. PMP is preferred or demonstrated experience managing projects using structured methodologies (e.g. PMBOK, PRINCE2, Agile).
• 5 -8 years of relevant experience in engineering, plant, equipment or infrastructure project engineering preferably in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Solidworks, or other drawing or engineering design software is required.
• Experience managing contractors, construction sites, and multidisciplinary teams.
  
  

Knowledge And Skills

• Working knowledge of CIDB procurement standards and associated documentation.
• Familiarity with standard construction, building and engineering contracts (GCC, FIDIC, JBCC, PROCSA).
• Strong project management knowledge, including schedule integration of quality tasks and inspections (based on PMBOK or similar)
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and quality control processes, tools, and best practices
• Strong coordination and verbal and written communication skills across multidisciplinary teams.
• Understanding of construction regulations and health & safety standards
  
  

Internal applicants should apply on the SABN careers portal on the intranet by uploading detailed CV’s and copies of qualifications. External applicants should apply on Careers24 website by uploading detailed CV’s, ID copy, copies of qualifications and recent pay slip. No applications will be considered if the supporting documents are not submitted.

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SABN is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of SABN and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups. No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements. Please note that correspondence will be limited to shortlisted applicants only.

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