Production Engineer - Automotive

Ntice Search Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive manufacturer is seeking a Production Engineer in Durban to drive process efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate will have a BTech/Degree in Industrial, Production, or Mechanical Engineering, along with 3–5 years of experience in automotive process engineering. Key responsibilities include optimising production processes, leading improvement projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years’ experience in automotive process engineering (metal stamping).

Responsibilities

• Optimise production processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain production documentation and SOPs.
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Support new product and equipment introduction projects.
• Analyse performance data and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BTech/Degree in Industrial, Production, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Our client, a leading automotive manufacturer, is seeking a Production Engineer to drive process efficiency, quality, and cost improvement within their engineering team. The successful candidate will focus on implementing and optimising production systems, supporting new product introductions, and leading continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• BTech/Degree in Industrial, Production, or Mechanical Engineering
• 3–5 years’ experience in automotive process engineering (metal stamping)
• Proficiency in CAD software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Key Responsibilities

• Optimise production processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency
• Develop and maintain production documentation and SOPs
• Lead continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives
• Support new product and equipment introduction projects
• Analyse performance data and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Only qualified candidates will be shortlisted & only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.