Component Engineer

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000159/AK

Date posted:

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Location:

Uitenhage, South Africa

SUMMARY:
New role is available for a Component Engineer, for our client in the Automotive Industry, based in Kariega.

POSITION INFO:
Products are engineered to meet market requirements by designing, developing, testing, and introducing locally manufactured components; by adapting Group-sourced designs to suit the environmental conditions of the Group Africa's responsible markets; and by issuing technical data aligned with the appropriate component engineering standards.

Possible Tasks within this Role

The release of Body Department components and systems.
The resolution of design related problems on all locally manufactured platforms.
Keep accurate record of part level and software built in production (Bill of Material).
Co-ordination of testing and release of components & systems.
Initiate and drive cost savings on components into production

Qualification requirements

National Diploma or Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Experience needed

3 years’ experience of Supplier/Quality/ Engineering experience on automotive components. (Development /Improvements/ Problem-solving)

Essentials

Initiative, be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Excellent communication skills to all levels.
Ability to quickly learn and understand complex components/systems/networks.
Good technical problem-solving ability.
Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
Willingness to travel

Added Advantage

Mechatronics/ Mechanical Engineering qualification.
Experience in driver assisting systems and e-Connectivity.
Knowledge of both metal, automotive glass and rubber components.

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