Job: CAT Graduate

Company : Tenneco; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 72,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenneco invites graduates to join its Career Catalyst Programme (CAT Programme) in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This 24‑month fixed-term internship builds a foundation in business and operations (Year 1) and specializes in engineering topics (Year 2) with Lean/Kaizen project work.

You will be mentored, coached, and guided by The Tenneco Way values: Radical Candor, Tenacious Execution, Simplify, Velocity, and Win. Strong academic results are valued.

Qualifications

• MS Office proficiency required.
• Familiarity with Lean tools is advantageous.
• Knowledge of Kaizen principles and problem-solving is essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical and operational training during the first year of the programme.
• Engage in project-based learning and specialize in a chosen engineering stream during the second year.
• Apply Lean tools, Kaizen principles, and problem-solving techniques to real-world challenges.
• Collaborate with mentors and coaches to enhance career readiness and professional development.
• Demonstrate alignment with The Tenneco Way values in all aspects of the programme.

Skills

MS Office

Lean tools

Problem solving

Kaizen principles

Education

NQF Level 6 qualification in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Tenneco is offering an exceptional opportunity for five graduates to join its Career Catalyst Programme (CAT Programme) in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. This 24-month fixed-term contract is designed to develop future leaders in the automotive industry through a structured journey that blends technical exposure, soft skills development, and project-based learning. In Year 1, participants will build a strong foundation in business and operations, while Year 2 focuses on applied engineering with specialization in areas such as Continuous Improvement, Production Engineering, Quality, or Maintenance. The programme integrates mentorship, coaching, and real-world project delivery, all guided by The Tenneco Way values: Radical Candor, Tenacious Execution, Simplify, Velocity, and Win.

Responsibilities

• Participate in technical and operational training during the first year of the programme
• Engage in project-based learning and specialize in a chosen engineering stream during the second year
• Apply Lean tools, Kaizen principles, and problem-solving techniques to real-world challenges
• Collaborate with mentors and coaches to enhance career readiness and professional development
• Demonstrate alignment with The Tenneco Way values in all aspects of the programme

Qualifications

• NQF Level 6 qualification in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Academic average of 70% or above is advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of Lean tools, problem-solving, and Kaizen principles

Hiring organization

Employment Type: internship