Engineer – Joinery

Robertson And Caine International Yachts; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A boat manufacturing company is looking for an Entry-level Engineer to support engineering tasks, including design work and the creation of technical documents. Responsibilities include improving processes, managing projects, and contributing to the manufacturing efficiency of products. Candidates should have a National Diploma in Engineering and familiarity with Solidworks. The ideal candidate will be methodical, have strong analytical skills, and be passionate about boat building. This is a full-time position in Gauteng, South Africa.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years design experience in manufacturing industry, preferably in boat building.
• Thorough understanding of design for manufacturing and build sequence.
• Speed/Accuracy tests in Solidworks and Nesting Software.

Responsibilities

• Investigate new techniques, products, machines, and equipment.
• Plan and prepare project scope and deliverables.
• Manage improvement projects and report on progress.

Skills

Solidworks

AutoCAD

MS Office

Design for manufacturing

Education

National Diploma (NQF Level 6) Engineering

BTech/B-degree (NQF Level 7) Engineering

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Joinery Automation Specialist, the Engineer will assist with daily engineering and drafting tasks to create various technical documents to assist in the efficient engineering and manufacture of all R&C products.

Daily responsibility is focused (but not limited to) safety, quality, manufacturing efficiency, model integration, and supporting company goals.

Key Job Functions

• Investigate new techniques, products, machines, and equipment to improve the design or manufacturing process.
• Plan, prepare and implement new project scope, deliverables, timeline, project risk and calculate project cost on all relevant projects.
• Prepare a project schedule and assign resources in conjunction with departmental heads.
• Identify project risks and implement measures to mitigate these risks.
• Monitor progress against scheduled tasks and update schedule.
• Ensure that all project deliverables and milestones are met according to the project phase.
• Optimize productivity (man and material) by analysing current processes and methods and identifying improvement projects on the shop floor.
• Manage improvement projects and report accordingly on improvements made – cost reduction, hours reduced, etc.
• Support production with the implementation of improvement projects as needed.
• Plan projects, define scope and resources needed, define activities and due dates, develop cost estimates and budget, implement solutions and follow up to ensure successful completion.
• Create and manage various technical or supporting documents to be used in the manufacturing and quality control processes.
• Documents include manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, installation drawings, quality control drawings, check lists, technical bulletins, milestone tracers, standard operating procedures, joinery change request, and bills of materials.
• Design new drawings, undertake Engineering Change Request (ECR) process, and detail work on new products or projects.
• Communicate relevant information regarding the rolling out of new designs to the various departments (including feedback to the Project Manager) to ensure successful implementation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum: National Diploma (NQF Level 6) Engineering or related field.
• Ideal: BTech/B-degree (NQF Level 7) Engineering or related field.
• Experience: 1-2 years design experience in the manufacturing industry (boat building industry preferred).
• Thorough understanding of design for manufacturing and build sequence.
• Working knowledge of Solidworks (upwards) and basic knowledge of AutoCAD/DraftSight (upwards).
• Speed/Accuracy tests to be conducted in both programs/Nesting Software (prefer Alphacam).
• Working knowledge of MS Office package (especially Excel).
• Boat building knowledge will be advantageous.

Competencies

• Methodical/Systematic worker.
• Excellent analytical and numerical abilities.
• Good technical knowledge.
• Strong focus on attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated individual who excels in a challenging environment.
• Dependable/honest.
• Able to work within a team (good social skills).
• Good communication skills (verbal & written).
• Fluent in English.
• A good perception of 3D space.
• Decision making, problem solving and deadline driven.

Good Troubleshooting abilities

An interest in boating and boat building is advantageous to this role as the position will include practical product development, sea trials, and manufacturing problem solving.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Shipbuilding