ENGINEER – JOINERY

Robertson and Caine International Yachts; Milnerton; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading yacht manufacturer in Milnerton is seeking an entry-level Engineer to assist with engineering and drafting tasks. The role involves optimizing design manufacturing processes, creating technical documents, and supporting production initiatives. Ideal candidates will have a National Diploma in Engineering and proficiency in Solidworks. This is a full-time position with opportunities in the shipbuilding industry.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years design experience in manufacturing industry, preferably boat building.
• Thorough understanding of design for manufacturing.
• Speed and accuracy in Solidworks and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Investigate new techniques to improve design and manufacturing.
• Prepare project scope and calculate costs.
• Ensure project deliverables are met.
• Create and manage technical documents for manufacturing.

Skills

Design for manufacturing

Solidworks proficiency

Analytical abilities

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

National Diploma in Engineering

BTech or B-degree in Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel)

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

• Responsible for investigating new techniques, products, machines, and equipment to improve the design or manufacturing process.
• Plan, prepare and implement a new project scope, deliverables, timeline, project risk and calculate a 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.
• Responsible for creating and managing various technical or supporting documents to be used in the manufacturing and quality control processes. These documents include (but are not limited to) 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.
• This position may also include designing, new drawing creation, Engineering Change Request (ECR) process and detailing work on both new product or projects.
• Communicating the 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 manufacturing industry (boat building industry preferred).
• Thorough understanding of design for manufacturing and build sequence.
• Working knowledge of Solidworks (2013 upwards), and a Basic knowledge of AutoCAD / DraftSight (2010 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
• A 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