Project Engineer

5 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa EQPLUS TECHNOLOGIES PTY LTD Full time R250 000 - R450 000 per year

Western Cape, Cape Town

Annually Cost To Company

A key role has opened for a dedicated
Project Engineer
to support complex engineering projects from prototype qualification through production delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in mechanical or mechatronic systems, systems engineering processes, and project management, and who can contribute effectively to multi-disciplinary project teams. The contract duration is 3 years.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execute and/or support qualification and investigative tests on engineering prototypes
  • Analyse data and prepare technical reports
  • Witness contractor site acceptance tests and review test reports
  • Manage configuration and change control processes
  • Provide project management support to ensure deliverables meet technical and quality standards

Minimum Requirements
Qualification(s) required:

  • National Diploma, BTech/BSc, BEng/MTech, MEng, or equivalent in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (qualification level aligned with experience requirements below)
  • Valid driver's license

Experience (qualification-dependent)

  • Proven experience applying and controlling systems engineering processes, executing technical tests, performing post-processing of test data (MATLAB or Python), conducting root-cause investigations, and producing technical reports:

  • 6 years' relevant experience, coupled with a BTech/BSc, OR

  • 4 years' relevant experience, coupled with a BEng/MTech, OR
  • 3 years' relevant experience, coupled with a MEng

Additional Experience / Knowledge

  • Exposure to project lifecycle and production environments
  • Project management experience
  • Knowledge of quality assurance systems and engineering standards
  • Configuration management and configuration management systems
  • Systems engineering methods, procedures, tools, and techniques
  • Mechanical component/assembly fabrication and acceptance
  • Servo control systems and large mechanical structures (welding, stress relief, etc.)
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Conceptual and systems thinking
  • Experience in integrated project teams

Additional Notes / Competencies

  • Willingness to travel locally and abroad
  • Ability to work at remote sites for extended periods
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
  • Experience in data processing or test script development using Python or MATLAB
  • Ability to perform detailed engineering tasks and analysis
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and multi-tasking skills
  • Initiative, independence, self-discipline, structure, and organization

For More Information Please Contact
Mandy Gilbert

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