Engineering Technologist Testing

Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd; East London; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial vehicle manufacturer in East London is seeking a Reliability Testing Engineer to provide professional testing solutions in compliance with integrity and quality requirements. Candidates should possess a National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Electronic Engineering, with at least 5 years of experience and strong computer literacy. This role involves engine evaluation, data analysis, and preparation of test trucks. Join a proud equal opportunity employer committed to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a specialized field.
• Code EC license (Code 14) is an advantage.
• Experience in engine teardown and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Electronic data capture, analysis and reporting.
• Preparation of test trucks according to requirements.
• Monitor test progress and report on failures.

Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Office suite)

Advanced fault finding on diesel engines

Data analysis

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electronic Engineering

Tools

FiNAS

MARC

Monaco

CaNAPE

Job description

About Us

Since the invention of the truck over years ago, Daimler Truck AG has been a pioneer in the commercial vehicle sector and is today one of the world's largest commercial vehicle manufacturers.

Established in South Africa over 60 years ago, Daimler Truck Southern Africa Ltd together with its subsidiaries Daimler Truck Financial Services South Africa (Pty) Ltd and Sandown Motor Holdings (Pty) Ltd provides an optimal experience for our esteemed customers based on a comprehensive products and services portfolio.

The Group's success is based on its leading brands inclusive of Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Mercedes-Benz Buses, and FUSO Trucks in addition to offering parts and services for Freightliner and Western Star Trucks.

Its product range is backed by its market-leading value-added services in Fleetboard, TruckStore, TruckTraining, and Financial Services.

With a Southern African footprint that includes South Africa, Namibia, Lesotho, Botswana, Eswatini, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, and Zambia, the company is headquartered in Pretoria, the capital city of South Africa, and all its products are assembled locally in its East London production plant.

Job Overview

To provide a professional and cost-effective reliability growth testing solution to Daimler AG and DTSA in compliance to the Company's Integrity, Anti Bribery Codes, Conflict of Interest Policy, Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality requirements and to perform delegated SHERQ tasks and duties & to inform superior about deviations.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Electronic data capture, analysis and reporting.
• Engine evaluation in conjunction with the customer.
• Preparation of test trucks according to customer / test requirements.
• Monitor test progress, reporting on failures and observations.
• Engine inspection preparation, reporting and presenting.
• Test truck inspections and root cause investigation.
• Engine teardown (Intermediate & final inspections).

Qualifications

Matric plus National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical / Electronic Engineering or relevant equivalent.

Experience: A minimum of 5 years' experience in the specialized field.

Special Knowledge: Computer Literacy (MS Office suite).

Engineering software (FiNAS, MARC, Monaco, CaNAPE). Code EC license (Code 14) an advantage.

Analysis of measurement data and storage thereof.

Advanced fault finding on diesel engines.

Other important Information: Daimler Truck Southern Africa is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Information

• Foreign nationals must qualify for a work visa / permit as per the provisions of the Immigration Act 13.
• Employment Equity Plan in terms of the Employment Equity Act, No 58.
• Code of good practice on the employment of people with disabilities.

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Application closing date : 26 September