Lead Project Engineer - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer in George, Western Cape, to oversee engineering projects from conception to commissioning. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop detailed plans, manage budgets, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

In this role, you will coordinate with design and procurement, read complex drawings, travel to client sites as needed, and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years in project management or project engineering.
• Experience with industrial machinery projects.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Willingness to travel for site inspections.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple engineering projects with scope, budget, and schedule.
• Develop detailed project plans with timelines and resources.
• Coordinate with design teams to meet specs and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee procurement and negotiate with suppliers for best value.
• Perform site visits for installation supervision and commissioning.
• Provide project updates and reports to clients.
• Ensure safety and quality throughout lifecycle.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer in George, Western Cape, to oversee engineering projects from conception to commissioning. You will lead cross-functional teams, develop detailed plans, manage budgets, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

In this role, you will coordinate with design and procurement, read complex drawings, travel to client sites as needed, and provide regular progress reports to stakeholders.