Mechanical Project Engineer - Automotive Systems

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance-based incentives

Career advancement

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng is seeking a proactive Mechanical Project Engineer to manage and execute engineering projects from inception to completion at our Tembisa facility. You will drive on-time, on-budget delivery of new product designs, process improvements, and equipment installations while collaborating with R&D, production, and quality teams.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years in automotive project management, with strong CAD and project-management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in mechanical engineering project management, preferably automotive.
• Experience with ISO/TS 16949 is advantageous.
• Proficient in CAD and project management tools.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Develop plans, timelines, and resource needs with stakeholders.
• Oversee design of mechanical systems and tooling for automotive.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams for delivery.
• Perform feasibility studies and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety protocols.
• Prepare status reports and project reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement in engineering and manufacturing processes.

Skills

Project management

Automotive design

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

MS Project

Asana

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a dynamic and growing automotive component manufacturer located in **Tembisa, Gauteng**. We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Mechanical Project Engineer to manage and execute various engineering projects from inception to completion. This role is critical in ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of new product designs, process improvements, and equipment installations. The successful candidate will work closely with R&D, production, and quality departments to drive innovation and maintain the highest standards of engineering practice. If you are passionate about automotive engineering and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you to contribute to a company at the forefront of its industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple mechanical engineering projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to scope.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and resource requirements in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Oversee the design and development of mechanical systems, components, and tooling for automotive applications.
• Coordinate with external suppliers and internal teams for procurement, manufacturing, and assembly of project deliverables.
• Conduct feasibility studies, risk assessments, and technical reviews for proposed projects.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry standards, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Prepare and present project status reports, technical documentation, and final project reviews.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during project execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the engineering and manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of 5 years of proven experience in mechanical engineering project management, preferably within the automotive sector.
• Strong understanding of automotive systems and component design principles.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana) and CAD software.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse teams and external partners.
• Experience with quality management systems (e.g., ISO/TS 16949) is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and mitigate project risks.

Benefits

• This role offers a competitive annual salary, comprehensive medical aid, a provident fund, performance-based incentives, and significant opportunities for career advancement within a leading automotive supplier.
• The position requires a physical presence at our **Tembisa, Gauteng** facility.
• We invest in our employees' professional growth through ongoing training and development programs.