Senior Mechanical Applications Engineer

JustTheJob.co.za; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment company is seeking a Senior Mechanical Applications Engineer in Boksburg. The candidate must have over 5 years’ experience in the pumps industry, hold a Mechanical Engineering Degree, and be proficient in MS Projects and MS Office. Responsibilities include meeting sales targets, providing technical support, and ensuring customer service excellence. The position requires a valid driver’s license for local and international travel. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing team.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience within the pumps Industry.
• Valid driver’s licence, must be willing to travel locally and internationally.
• Computer literate on MS Projects and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quarterly and annual sales targets are met.
• Respond to all client requests within 24 hours.
• Conduct pump efficiency test campaigns.

Skills

Sales and marketing

Technical support

Customer service

Training

Pump efficiency testing

Education

Mechanical Engineering Degree / Diploma

Sales and Marketing Qualification

Tools

MS Projects

MS Office

Job description

Senior Mechanical Applications Engineer - Boksburg

Senior Mechanical Applications Engineer - Pumps

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering Degree / Diploma or completion of mechanical-related Trade Test

Sales and Marketing Qualification would be an advantage

Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience within the pumps Industry
• Sales and marketing, technical support for commissioning, operation, and maintenance of installed pumps, as well as handling repairs and spare parts
• Valid driver’s licence, must be willing to travel locally and internationally
• Computer literate on MS Projects and MS Office

Duties

Sales

• Ensure quarterly and annual sales targets are met
• Technical input and support for quotes and tenders are provided regarding pump selection, pricing, and costing
• Installation supervision and commissioning as required
• Quotation and tender documents’ technical sections are standardised

Customer Service

• All client requests are responded to within 24 hours
• Improvement areas are identified and strategies implemented as per management approval
• Immediate action is taken on non-compliance issues
• Installation, commissioning, operating and maintenance assistance is provided as requested
• Training for clients, operators and other plant personnel as required
• Pump efficiency test campaigns are conducted and reports distributed to stakeholders

Testwork

• Partner with R&D in conducting test work and reviewing reports

Marketing

• Presentations are delivered to customers as required
• Opportunities are supported with point of sale material
• Market activities are reported on as per departmental requirements

Administration

• Call reports are prepared in time and distributed to stakeholders
• All expenditures are submitted as per company policy
• Management reports are prepared by due date as required
• Commissioning / inspection checklists are prepared and reviewed as required

Quality and Safety

• Adhere to QA / QC procedures and maintain internationally accepted standards
• Adhere to all safety procedures as per business and OHSA requirements
• Assist in compilation and updating of operating and maintenance manuals

For more information please contact :

Leonie Ashton