Project Engineer

Fermel (Pty) Ltd; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in production engineering is seeking a Project & System Integration Engineer to implement enhancements in manufacturing operations. The successful candidate will manage design processes, lead project implementation, and mentor junior engineers, contributing to the company's innovation and efficiency in production.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering environment.
• Proven experience in project management within a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Design structural components and integrate systems for manufacturing.
• Manage projects from inception to delivery and perform risk analysis.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Project management

Technical assistance

Risk analysis

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Project

Job description

To plan, execute, and deliver production engineering projects in support of manufacturing operations. The Project & System Integration Engineer will be responsible for implementing continuous improvement initiatives, introducing new products and processes, and ensuring the cost-effective and timely delivery of projects within production.

• Design structural components like frames, cabins, mounting brackets, booms, etc.
• Integrate suspension layouts, steering systems, axle assemblies, powertrain assemblies, cooling systems, 3rd party utilities and electrical & Hydraulic installations
• Create 3D models and 2D drawings using CAD tools and EMP packages (SolidWorks and Team Centre preferred).
• Ensure all designs meet performance targets as well as assembly and maintenance criteria.
• Compile & maintain engineering BOMs, inclusive of as-built data packs
• Initiate and oversee change management requests and implementation thereof
• Mentor junior engineers
• Communicate with multidisciplinary engineers to ensure the successful integration of various chassis-mounted subsystems
• Conduct and lead Design reviews
• Provide technical assistance at all stages of a project and aftermarket support
• Liaise with fabricators, suppliers and stores to ensure timely delivery of all components, sub-assemblies and assemblies
• Management of projects from inception through to client delivery
• Analysis of risks and project status reporting to management
• Technical reviews of workflows and technical instructions
• Testing and commissioning procedure development and implementation thereof
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Production Engineering (or related field).
• 3–5 years of experience in a production or manufacturing engineering environment.
• Proven experience in project management within a production setting.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and MS Project or equivalent project management tools.