Assistant Product Development Engineer (Automotive Forging Industry)

SUMMARY:
We are recruiting an Assistant Product Development Engineer to support the engineering team in developing and improving automotive components and processes

POSITION INFO:

Assistant Product Development Engineer (Automotive Forging Industry)

Isando

Minimum Requirements

• 3–5 years in automotive component manufacturing/development.

• National Diploma S3 or Mechanical Engineering degree.

• Knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, APQP & PPAP.

• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, SolidWorks CAD.

Key Responsibilities

• Support feasibility studies for new products & processes (RFQ support).

• Assist with tooling, gauging, and process development.

• Compile and update PFMEAs, control plans, routings & process sheets.

• Maintain specification, drawing & engineering change control.

• Handle IMDS product registrations and updates.

• Support APQP & PPAP activities for both customers and suppliers.

• Review and assist with RFCs, concessions & deviations (product safety).

• Contribute to continuous improvement and cost/performance initiatives.

• Provide technical support in 8D root cause analysis.

• Assist with training, forging tooling development & general engineering tasks.

Authority & Limitations

• Act within QMS framework and company rules.

• Not authorised to change official documentation without approval.

Key Competencies

• Team player with strong problem-solving skills.

• Attention to detail in technical documentation.

• Ability to support multiple projects under tight timelines.