Process Engineer

Profile Personnel; East London; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in East London seeks a Process Engineer to drive quality improvements and enhance production efficiency. Candidates should possess a National Diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering and have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing, including quality roles in the automotive sector. Proficiency in SPC and FMEA is essential. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work collaboratively with teams are required for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ quality experience in the automotive industry.
• Minimum 5 years’ manufacturing experience in the automotive sector.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience with SPC/FMEA methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for product quality.
• Ensure compliance with quality systems and standards.
• Analyse process data to identify trends and implement corrections.
• Collaborate with teams to meet customer specifications.
• Support production teams with technical expertise.

Skills

In-depth understanding of quality systems and concepts

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and automotive product standards

Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Familiarity with work measurement techniques

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Effective planning ability

Strong computer literacy

Education

National Diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 6)

Certificate in Total Quality Management (TQM)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement and ensure world-class quality in automotive production.

Responsibilities

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and process efficiency.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with established quality systems and standards.
• Analyse process and quality data to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet customer specifications and expectations.
• Support production teams with technical expertise to resolve process-related challenges.
• Maintain and improve documentation in line with quality and operational requirements.

Key Competencies and Skills

• In-depth understanding of quality systems and concepts
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and automotive product standards
• Proficiency in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Familiarity with work measurement techniques
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective planning and organisational ability
• Ability to manage customer relationships professionally
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office and relevant engineering software)

Minimum Requirements

• Education:
  • National Diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 6)
  • Certificate in Total Quality Management (TQM)
• Experience:
  • Minimum 2 years’ quality experience in the automotive industry
  • Minimum 5 years’ manufacturing experience in the automotive sector
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience with SPC/FMEA methodologies
  • Toolmaking experience will be advantageous

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality and process improvement, and you meet the above criteria, we encourage you to apply.