Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Process & Automation

Placements24

Pretoria

On-site

ZAR 720,000 - 980,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop and optimize manufacturing systems across processes. You will troubleshoot production issues, mentor junior engineers, and implement advanced manufacturing technologies to boost efficiency and quality.

The role requires a mechanical or industrial engineering background with 7+ years in manufacturing, strong lean six sigma skills, CAD/CAM proficiency, and a track record in automation and project leadership.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing engineering.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization.
Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and simulation tools.
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Experience with automation and robotics is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality.
Lead projects for new product introductions, process automation, and equipment upgrades.
Troubleshoot complex production issues and identify root causes.
Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation like process flow charts and SOPs.
Collaborate with R&D, quality, and operations to integrate new designs into production.
Mentor junior manufacturing engineers.