Project Engineer

Fermel (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a Project & System Integration Engineer to lead production engineering projects. The successful candidate will enhance operations through design, integration of subsystems, and ensure timely delivery of projects. Ideal for a qualified engineer with experience in production environments, proficient in CAD tools.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in production or manufacturing engineering.
• Proficiency in project management within a production setting.
• Experience with CAD software and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and deliver production engineering projects.
• Design structural components and integrate systems.
• Compile engineering BOMs and manage project risks.

Skills

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

3D Modeling

Technical Assistance

Education

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

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

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 ExperienceBachelor'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.