Mechanical Project Engineer

3 months ago

Johannesburg, South Africa FORTNA Full time

FORTNA partners with the world’s leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach. 

Responsibilities:

Develop an understanding of the specific mechanical engineering requirements per project Study and become familiar with the elementary system drawings Conveyor manifests Engineering hours estimate Project contract requirements and options Provide technical interface with customer’s project representative(s) Project scope definitions Contract change orders Customer specifications / standards. 3D model reviews Develop and maintain a mechanical engineering schedule that provides timely delivery of material to fully support an installation schedule. Firm grasp of project contract documents including clarifications and exceptions. Execute the project within the budget and hours in the contract estimate. Provide technical support for vendors, field installation personnel, and engineering subcontractors as related to inquiries Support weekly meetings with project team members and customers Delegate and monitor tasks given to engineering team members on regular cadence Maintain project-specific requirements while applying general knowledge of conveying systems, conveying equipment and customer general specifications and standards Interpret and ensure compliance with customer specifications. Communicate project specific information with other departments Release drawings for installation and fabrication Create material purchase requests Relate information regarding changes to scope of work for the project as they occur. Communicate status updates to engineering management on a regular cadence Be cognoscente of areas for professional development, cost reduction, quality improvements and enhanced customer service. Check drawings provided by mechanical designers for accuracy and provide feedback for corrections as needed. Perform or assist in directing engineering analysis as determined by project needs

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Works well in a schedule-driven environment Read, understand, and apply customer specifications Communicate effectively with customers, vendors, and co-workers Above-average interpersonal skills Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner, organize your own work, participate in setting priorities, and meet critical time deadlines Understand and practice good time management Ability to multi-task and work on more than one project at a single time Experience with Microsoft Office, such as Outlook and Excel are required Familiar with AutoCAD and Inventor, Navisworks, and BIM is a plus Experience with Microsoft Project is a plus

Education and Experience:

Three to Five years of material handling equipment experience preferably within the conveyor systems industry Experience with executing and support medium to large projects Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience in mechanical engineering and design

Travel Requirements:

Some international travel required +/- 15%. Depends on project needs and urgency

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