Jnr Production Engineer / Coordinator

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Production Engineer / Coordinator based in Centurion, Gauteng. The role involves designing and testing mechanical components, overseeing production operations, and ensuring quality standards. Candidates must hold a BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering and have strong skills in fault diagnosis and engineering drawing interpretation.

Qualifications

• Matric average of 80% - 84%.
• Valid Code B driver's license.
• Hands-on exposure to floor production environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, development, and testing of mechanical components.
• Coordinate and oversee daily floor production operations.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical faults in equipment.

Skills

Mechanical fault diagnosis

Root cause analysis

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Quality control processes

Reading engineering drawings

Education

BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title : Jnr Production Engineer / CoordinatorLocation : Centurion - HennopsparkSalary : Market relatedVacancy Type : Full-Time Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required : BEng or BSc in Mechanical EngineeringMatric average of 80% 84%Proficient in design software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similarValid Code B drivers licenseUnderstanding of mechanical fault diagnosis and root cause analysisBeneficial requirements : Hands-on exposure to floor production environments with the ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical faultsKnowledge of CNC machine operation and basic programmingFamiliarity with mechanical assembly, particularly in weapon systems or related industriesExperience with quality control (QC) processes, standards, and inspectionsStrong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specificationsSolid understanding of mechanical systems, thermodynamics, materials, and manufacturing processesStrong organisational skills and previous experience in a coordinating or supervisory roleDuties and responsibilities : Assist in the design, development, and testing of mechanical components and systemsCreate, revise, and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and documentationCoordinate and oversee daily floor production operations to meet project timelines and output targetsDiagnose and resolve mechanical faults in equipment and production linesSupport and supervise mechanical assembly and QC teams, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standardsCollaborate with suppliers, internal departments, and external stakeholders on technical and project-related mattersContribute to project planning, cost estimation, procurement processes, and implementationEnsure compliance with engineering best practices, safety regulations, and continuous improvement initiatives By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm : That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching / POPI Policy.Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.PLEASE NOTE : Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates.

Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.