Snr Project Engineer

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruiting agency seeks a Snr Project Engineer to manage and coordinate land vehicle projects. You will work closely with the Chief Engineer to define project objectives and oversee technical changes. Candidates should have a BEng in Mechanical Engineering, 5–8 years of relevant experience, and strong knowledge of vehicle systems. Excellent communication skills are essential. This is a full-time position based in Silverton, Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in project management of land vehicles or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in the defence or land vehicle sector is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate multiple land vehicle projects from concept to delivery.
• Work closely with the Chief Engineer to define project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor and report project progress, identify risks, and implement solutions.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical design

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Job title: Snr Project Engineer

Location: Silverton

Salary: Market related

Duties

• Manage and coordinate multiple land vehicle projects from concept to delivery.
• Work closely with the Chief Engineer to define project objectives, timelines, and budgets.
• Monitor and report project progress, identify risks, and implement solutions.
• Oversee technical and design changes, ensuring they are implemented according to requirements.
• Plan and facilitate meetings, client updates, and internal team coordination.
• Support design and engineering activities where necessary, including technical solution evaluation.

Requirements

• BEng in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience, preferably in project management of land vehicles or related industries.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle systems, mechanical design, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in the defence or land vehicle sector is an advantage.
• Ability to manage projects effectively and prioritise under pressure.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm:

• That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching/POPI Policy.
• Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.
• That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE: Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.