Engineering Manager

Scribante Labour Consultants; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee the engineering team and manage project logistics within the automotive sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading product development processes, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and driving continuous improvements. This role requires extensive engineering experience and a collaborative approach to foster team success.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of engineering experience in an automotive environment.
• 3-5 years in a similar role.
• Knowledge of automotive robotics and welding.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering team and project logistics.
• Design and improve product development processes.
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Team Management

Efficiency Improvement

Continuous Improvement

Education

Relevant engineering tertiary qualification

Matric

Job description

The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and inspiring their team to achieve performance metrics. Your role will involve strategizing, project management, and staff management. Your collaborative attitude and interpersonal skills will help you thrive as an Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and refine product development, testing, and manufacturing processes.
• Manage the engineering team and assign tasks.
• Lead the development of new products, solutions, and processes.
• Oversee project logistics and resource allocation.
• Strive to improve efficiency and sustainability of processes and product designs, and reduce waste.
• Secure necessary resources, including researching and proposing capital investments.
• Create and oversee project budgets and engage in cost management strategies.
• Ensure processes meet quality and safety compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and maintain relationships with suppliers.
• Drive continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle time, process improvement, and machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering.
• Develop and maintain project plans and budgets to ensure delivery of milestones within cost and time targets.
• Ensure KPIs are met.

Qualifications

• Matric
• A relevant engineering tertiary qualification.
• 8-10 years of engineering experience in an automotive environment, including 3-5 years in a similar role/level; experience with press and weld is advantageous.
• Knowledge of spot and arc (assembly) welding.
• Knowledge of press and weld automotive robotics/die maintenance.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering, and technical information.