Production Systems Engineer

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

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl seeks a Production Systems Engineer to optimize production systems, equipment integration, and overall manufacturing performance by analyzing system performance and reducing downtime. The candidate will identify bottlenecks, implement improvements for throughput, and collaborate with maintenance and operations teams across mechanical and electrical production equipment.

Benefits include a competitive salary, professional development support, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production engineering or systems engineering role.
• Solid understanding of production systems, automation, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to mechanical and electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the performance of production systems and equipment to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance production efficiency, throughput, and system reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to production machinery and automated systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure optimal equipment uptime and performance.
• Participate in the design, installation, and commissioning of new production equipment.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system diagrams and operating procedures.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Mechanical & electrical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

PLC systems

SCADA

MES

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Production Systems Engineer to join their operations team in Paarl. This role is vital for optimizing the efficiency, reliability, and integration of production systems and equipment within the manufacturing environment. You will be responsible for analyzing system performance, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing improvements to enhance throughput and reduce downtime. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical aptitude, a systematic approach to problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively with both mechanical and electrical aspects of production machinery, contributing to the smooth and efficient operation of a key production facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze the performance of production systems and equipment to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance production efficiency, throughput, and system reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to production machinery and automated systems.
• Collaborate with maintenance and operations teams to ensure optimal equipment uptime and performance.
• Participate in the design, installation, and commissioning of new production equipment.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including system diagrams and operating procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a production engineering or systems engineering role.
• Solid understanding of production systems, automation, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, and manufacturing execution systems (MES) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills related to mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities to work with advanced production technologies.
• Professional development support and training programs.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment.
• Potential for career advancement within the engineering department.