Project Engineer - Mechanical

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work

Healthcare benefits

Career advancement

Centurion project portfolio

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Project Engineer (Mechanical) to lead end-to-end engineering projects in Centurion. You will drive planning, design, execution, and close-out, coordinating with design teams, technicians, and external vendors to meet client requirements.

The role requires a BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering and at least 5 years in project engineering or management within mechanical contexts. Hybrid work arrangements and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Requires a BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering or project management within a mechanical context.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing sectors is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle for mechanical engineering projects, from planning and design to execution and close-out.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and monitor progress against these targets.
• Coordinate with design engineers, technicians, and external vendors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving technical and logistical challenges as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Prepare regular project status reports for senior management and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Project management methodologies

Education

BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and driven Project Engineer with a strong background in Mechanical Engineering to join their team in Centurion . This pivotal role involves managing and overseeing diverse engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will coordinate with various stakeholders, including clients, design teams, and contractors, to achieve project objectives. This is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented professional to lead impactful projects and contribute to the strategic goals of the organization, fostering innovation and operational excellence within the engineering department.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end project lifecycle for mechanical engineering projects, from planning and design to execution and close-out.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets, and monitor progress against these targets.
• Coordinate with design engineers, technicians, and external vendors to ensure project requirements are met.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, resolving technical and logistical challenges as they arise.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Prepare regular project status reports for senior management and clients.

Requirements

• BEng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project engineering or project management within a mechanical context.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in the automotive or manufacturing sectors is advantageous.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits package.
• Opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Engaging and dynamic project portfolio in Centurion.