Junior Project Engineer

5 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa O'Brien Recruitment Full time

Are you a young, motivated engineering professional looking to gain valuable project experience in the fast-paced FMCG manufacturing environment? We're on the lookout for a Junior Project Engineer to support exciting projects in 2025 This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and build a solid foundation in project engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Project Manager and Project Engineer in executing various technical projects
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health & Safety legislation and company standards
  • Assist in developing project scope documents and managing request for quote processes
  • Review engineering design drawings and participate in design reviews and HAZOP studies
  • Assist with factory and performance acceptance testing
  • Manage and track equipment delivery to site
  • Support on-site construction activities and help resolve technical design issues
  • Assist during commissioning and start-up phases
  • Participate in change management processes and technical documentation updates
  • Contribute to the development of maintenance requirements for handover to operations
  • Handle administrative tasks as required
  • Ability to work overtime and weekends when necessary

Requirements:

  • Engineering degree (Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical) or BTech in the same disciplines
  • 1-2 years' experience in an engineering or project environment
  • Strong knowledge of industrial safety rules and regulations
  • Experience working in an FMCG or industrial environment is an advantage
  • Knowledge of project management principles (qualification beneficial)
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project
  • Excellent presentation, report writing, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage across all levels

Contract Position | Based in Cape Town

If you're eager to grow your career and gain project experience in a leading FMCG manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you


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