Temporary Automation Engineer

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Automotive Industry has a new position available for a Temporary Automation Engineer. The position will be based in Kariega.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

• Preparing specifications for facilities (enquiry’s, cost estimates, project justifications, and technical evaluation of tenders) requirements.
• Frequent liaising with external suppliers and internal customers.
• Managing contractor’s work and ensuring adherence to project requirements, relevant safety requirements, and standards.
• Consulting with other planning sections in an advisory capacity or service provider, to meet their needs for continuous improvement of equipment/systems.
• Establishing project timing plans and project control to ensure adherence to deadlines, cost and quality.
• Preparing information for management decision-making and strategic planning about cost and potential production solutions.
• Managing SQL data for facilities and systems, to support production.
• Developing in-house and innovative solutions for production challenges.
• Using various engineering techniques (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, and Electrical) to achieve the best holistic solutions.

• Have a National Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics /Electrical/ Electronic Engineering.

• At least 3 year’s relevant experience in a Production Environment.

• Have in-depth knowledge of line automation and visualization equipment and processes, layouts and Final Assembly facilities.
• Have knowledge and working understanding of Siemens PLC’s, robotics, networks, automation standards and other automated equipment.
• Knowledge and understanding of programming fundamentals.
• Have the ability to conduct meetings and must be able communicate at all levels.
• Must be flexible, positive, self-driven and a team player.
• Be able to work under pressure.
• Proven analytical skills with an innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Computer Literacy (MS Office).
• Be prepared to travel local and abroad so and when required.