Project Engineer (Junior / Intermediate)

Southey Contracting Offshore Division; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering contracting company seeks a Project Engineer with expertise in system design and project management. The role requires a diploma in engineering and at least 4 years in a manufacturing setting, ensuring projects meet technical and cost standards while providing guidance to teams. Ideal candidates will be reliable, proactive and able to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years as a Project Engineer in manufacturing.
• Ability to travel nationally and internationally.
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, reliable.

Responsibilities

• Perform system design and control implementation.
• Provide technical leadership for project solutions.
• Confirm feasibility of mechanical solutions.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent Work

Computer literacy

Education

Diploma in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

2D CAD

3D CAD

Job description

• Diploma in Engineering as minimum requirement – Mechanical, Mechatronic or Industrial Engineering.
• Minimum experience : 4 years’ experience as a Project Engineer preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be computer literate in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, 2D CAD, 3D CAD (advantageous)
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as function within a team.
• Must be able to travel both nationally and internationally.
• A positive attitude, self-motivated and reliable.

Key Responsibilities :

• To perform system design and control implementation of said designs, under the leadership of the Project Manager.
• To provide technical leadership with regards to solutions offered, so that projects are completed to specific standards and criteria, within cost and to the required schedule.
• To confirm technical feasibility of mechanical solutions as offered to customers.
• To provide technical guidance and support to project team, operations department, sales department and clients.
• To become and stay knowledgeable on products, components and technology applicable to specific product range.