Project Engineer

Staff Unlimited Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the Automotive sector is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee project performance and ensure targets are met. This role involves coordinating project timelines, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma or Degree in Engineering, with a minimum of five years' experience in project management. Join a dynamic team where your proactive approach and planning abilities will be valued, and contribute to the success of innovative automotive projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• Strong computer literacy with Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project timing plans and monitor performance to meet targets.
• Manage project risks and ensure customer requests are handled.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Planning Ability

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

National Diploma in Engineering

Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Projects

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Our client is looking for a Project Engineer to join them in the Automotive Industry.

Responsibilities:

• Co-ordinate the timing plan and regularly monitor the performance of projects to ensure targets are being achieved.
• To ensure urgent requests for assistance from the customers are effectively dealt with current legislation in the absence of the site manager.
• Ensure complete understanding of the scope of supply and company obligations of products prior to commencement.
• Obtain customer/materials process sign off.
• Ensure the project risks are promptly identified, reported, and managed.
• Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by immediate Manager/Director (e.g. Key Account Role).
• Contract controlling (budgets, cost-to-complete estimates, schedule tracking).
• Participate in and contribute to monthly Technical/Operations Department meetings.

Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Engineer or Project Manager.
• High degree of computer literacy - Knowledge of Microsoft PC applications (Office, Projects, PowerPoint, Excel & Word).
• Proven ability to work independently and proactively.
• Planning ability.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Work as an individual and part of a team.
• Ability to understand customer requirements and specifications.
• Experience within the Automotive Industry advantageous.