Component Engineer

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

POSITION INFO:
To ensure the Group’s Africa products are engineered to market requirements by designing, developing, testing, and introducing locally manufactured components; by adapting and developing the Group–sourced designs to be compatible with the Group’s Africa–responsible markets’ environmental conditions; and by issuing technical data in line with the correct component engineering standards to meet the following criteria:

• The Group’s Africa products are built problem-free
• Regional requirements for local content and technical support are met
• Development of innovative and unique product features
• Safety and reliability in service
• Technical support for discontinued models still required in Africa
• Technical development that adheres to the required Product Emergence Process (PEP) manual

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Apply sound knowledge of vehicle component systems such as the drivetrain, exhaust system, fuel system, air conditioning system, cooling system, etc.
• Prepare, issue, and maintain technical data for Chassis, Powertrain, and automotive Heating-Ventilation-Air-Conditioning (HVAC) components and systems.
• Support Production, Logistics, Warranty, and Quality teams, and assist with special investigations.
• Specify, test, and release Chassis/Powertrain/HVAC components and systems to ensure adherence to internal and external requirements.
• Create and track development and release timing plans; prepare development and release reports.
• Evaluate and implement design changes and material cost-saving ideas.
• Support suppliers throughout the development and localization phases.
• Communicate and cooperate with relevant Group counterparts (e.g., Group headquarters, Škoda, Brazil) for project alignment.
• Apply root-cause analysis tools, implement corrective actions, and introduce preventative measures.

Qualification Requirements

• National Diploma / BTech / BSc / BEng in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering

Experience Needed

• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in the automotive or a similar engineering field

Essentials

• Knowledge of modern Chassis/Powertrain/HVAC components and systems
• Knowledge of modern automotive production methods
• Knowledge of project-management principles
• Understanding of basic financial principles
• Self-motivation, good time-management skills, and strong report-writing and presentation abilities
• Ability to conduct technical presentations
• Ability to work and communicate effectively with people at all levels
• MS Office proficiency
• Code 08 driver’s license