Production Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES026195/Wes

Date posted:

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Location:

Centurion, South Africa

Salary:

550000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Are you ready to make a real impact in a fast-paced, high-precision engineering environment? This is your chance to step into a role where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement are at the forefront. You will play a critical role in enhancing manufacturing processes, solving complex production challenges, and driving engineering excellence from the ground up.

POSITION INFO:

This opportunity is ideal for an Engineer who enjoys being hands-on, thrives under pressure, and is passionate about turning technical challenges into efficient, high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and implement design and process improvements within a production environment
Translate engineering concepts into practical, production-ready solutions
Develop and maintain accurate manufacturing and inspection drawings
Act as a key technical support to production teams, resolving issues quickly and effectively
Drive seamless design transfer and manage engineering change processes
Perform validation and verification of equipment and processes to ensure optimal performance
Lead investigations into non-conformance and implement corrective actions
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and process optimisation
Ensure compliance with established quality systems and engineering standards

Minimum Requirements:

BEng / BSc Eng in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering
Minimum 2 years’ post-graduate experience in a design or production engineering role
Strong CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar) and ability to interpret technical drawings
Sound understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering principles
Solid analytical skills with strong attention to detail

Advantageous Experience:

Exposure to quality management systems and regulated environments
Experience in process validation, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation
Understanding of BOM control and product configuration
Data analysis and reporting tools experience (e.g. Power BI)

Your Profile:

A proactive problem-solver who takes ownership and drives results
Detail-focused with a passion for delivering high-quality work
Strong communicator who thrives in cross-functional teams
Adaptable, resilient, and capable of working in a demanding environment
Motivated to continuously improve systems, processes, and performance

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