Technical Support Mechanical Engineer

SUMMARY:
A great opportunity exists for a Technical Support Engineer, who is skilled in resolving complex technical issues, implementing efficient troubleshooting processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to join our team based in Krugersdorp, Gauteng.

POSITION INFO:
Minimum requirements:

• Mechanical engineering qualification [higher national diploma or BTech/ BEng degree].
• At least 2 years managerial experience.
• Parasolid CAD experience [Solidworks or Inventor]
• High technical acumen.
• Above Advanced Excel skill.
• Very Hands-on.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Willing to Overtime and weekends if required

• Provide technical engineering support to all departments, which could include but not be limited to the following:
  1. Technical CAD drawings of tools, parts, products and the like.
  2. Problem solving.
  3. Design of machine components, production tooling and the like.
  4. Calculations relating to infrastructure improvements [pneumatic supplies, power reticulation, HVAC, process machinery etc.]
• Supporting maintenance management by providing specific technical assistance with respect to the following:
  1. Suggesting routine maintenance schedules for equipment.
  2. Machine fault finding, automation and improvements.
  3. Maintenance team time and schedule management.
  4. Developing critical machine spares lists and preventative maintenance plans to reduce machine downtime.
  5. Development and management of maintenance budgets and spending projections.
• Assist the project management team with the planning, design and implementation of large CAPEX projects, which may include, but not be limited to the following:
  1. Building and structure extensions.
  2. Expansion of building services [gas, electrical, sewage, etc.].
  3. Selection, purchase and installation of ancillary equipment [HVAC, dust extraction, generators, overhead cranes, etc].