Project Engineer

Profile Personnel; Kariega; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Profile Personnel is seeking a logistics-focused engineer to plan and deliver material handling, transport, packaging and logistics solutions that optimise material flow and support production, localisation and export projects.

This role involves developing production and warehouse concepts, managing projects and contracts, and coordinating with internal departments and external contractors to achieve cost control and efficiency.

Qualifications

• A National Diploma or Degree in mechanical/industrial engineering, logistics management, supply chain or procurement.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics processes within an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as an Engineer in Logistics Planning or similar environment.
• Minimum 2 years' Project Management experience.
• Proficiency in CAD and MS Office; advanced MS Excel skills advantageous.
• Knowledge of material handling, packaging and logistics costing principles.
• Strong analytical, planning, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, disciplined and able to work independently.
• German language proficiency will be advantageous.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing procedures, systems and contract management will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Implement logistics requirements for new projects, production requests, divisional upgrades and approved improvement initiatives.
• Develop production and warehouse concepts, layouts, drawings and material handling solutions.
• Develop packaging specifications for local, export and CKD parts.
• Manage projects, suppliers, contracts, timelines and associated budgets.
• Prepare enquiry requests, tenders, appropriations and purchase requisitions.
• Coordinate the acceptance, testing and handover of logistics equipment and facilities.
• Develop and maintain logistics material handling contracts.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors.

Skills

Analytical

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication

Independence

German

Contract management

Education

National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical/Industrial Engineering or Logistics Management

Tools

CAD

MS Office

Excel

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and delivering material handling, transport, packaging and logistics solutions that optimise material flow. The role will support production, localisation and export projects, logistics contracts and divisional cost control.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement logistics requirements for new projects, production requests, divisional upgrades and approved improvement initiatives.

• Develop production and warehouse concepts, layouts, drawings and material handling solutions.

• Develop packaging specifications for local, export and CKD parts.

• Manage projects, suppliers, contracts, timelines and associated budgets.

• Prepare enquiry requests, tenders, appropriations and purchase requisitions.

• Coordinate the acceptance, testing and handover of logistics equipment and facilities.

• Develop and maintain logistics material handling contracts.

• Liaise with internal departments and external contractors.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing Management or Procurement Management.

• Minimum 3 years' experience in logistics processes within an automotive manufacturing environment.

• Minimum 2 years' experience as an Engineer in Logistics Planning or a similar environment.

• Minimum 2 years' Project Management experience.

• Proficiency in CAD and MS Office; advanced MS Excel skills advantageous.

• Knowledge of material handling, packaging and logistics costing principles.

• Strong analytical, planning, problem-solving, decision-making and communication skills.

• Self-motivated, disciplined and able to work independently.

• German language proficiency will be advantageous.

• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing procedures, systems and contract management will be advantageous.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Project Management

• Logistics Planning

• Material Flow Optimisation

• Packaging & Material Handling

• Supplier & Contract Management

• Budget & Cost Control

• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

• Communication & Stakeholder Management