Design Engineer

 

Recruiter:

Prostaff Holdings

Job Ref:

PS009165/PM

Date posted:

Monday, January 25, 2021

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

Salary:

Negotiable


SUMMARY:
A well know Plastics Manufacturing Company requires the above to facilitate the development of New Products, aligned to the Design Centre’s new goals and objectives.

POSITION INFO:

Minimum requirements for the role:

  • Tertiary qualification in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering or related qual Is pref.
  • Previous experience in Concept Generation and Product Development, as well as a background in Research and Development is essential.
  • Pervious experience working within the Packaging or Plastics Industry is preferred.
  • Previous experience in Tooling Design for Injection Moulding, Thermoforming and Blow-moulding Design will be advantageous.
  • Previous experience in Development Engineering is essential.
  • Previous experience in Computer Simulations for Production-related Design and Process is essential.
  • Must have applied knowledge of the latest Digital Design Tools, particularly in Solid Works Suite, Finite Element Analysis, Flow Simulation and Heat and Mass Transfer Simulation would be advantageous.
  • Must be a creative and practical thinker aligned with the Design Centre’s New Goals and Objectives.
  • Computer literacy in MS Office, Excel, and Power Point is essential.
  • Good timekeeping skills with the ability to work independently is essential.
  • A valid Driver’s licence is essential.

 The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Facilitate the development of a pipeline on New Products for short and medium-term sustainable growth.
  • Drive the Concept Design portfolio within the allocated allowance.
  • Manage and oversee CAD Modelling for final signoff.
  • Ensure Customer satisfaction and engagement is met.
  • Managing and implementing timelines for Key Projects, ensuring best possible customer satisfaction.
  • Improve concept generation turnaround time through Digital Simulation and Tooling Development.
  • Prepare Concepts and Designs within the context of DFM, with the foresight of the requirements of available production equipment and facilities.
  • Prepare detailed drawings, renderings and animations to highlight Product Design features and functionality.
  •  Identify opportunities for the replacement of traditional packaging for feasibility assessments.
  • Identify opportunities to improve profitability for cycle time improvements in production processes.


 

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