Test Centre Engineer

SUMMARY:
The Role:

We are looking for a Test Centre Engineer for a permanent exciting role based in Port Elizabeth.

 

• BSc Eng. or BEng. in Mechanical Engineering
• Qualification in Project Management or suitable training

• 2 years of exposure to and utilization of project management systems/tools
• 5 ...
  
  

  POSITION INFO:
  The Role:

  We are looking for a Test Centre Engineer for a permanent exciting role based in Port Elizabeth.

   

  • BSc Eng. or BEng. in Mechanical Engineering
  • Qualification in Project Management or suitable training
  • 2 years of exposure to and utilization of project management systems/tools
  • 5 yearsâ?? experience in an automotive engineering environment
  • Good knowledge in HVAC/Refrigerant systems pertaining to Climatic Chambers
  Skills and Experience:
  • The ability to plan and execute projects and monitor, follow-up project progress, identify major project issues and escalate these as required
  • Experience and knowledge in planning/installation and commissioning of facilities and equipment
  • Must be able to identify risks, analyse them and set up plans to minimise risk
  • Must be able to confidently and professionally communicate with all stakeholders, including international partners
  • The ability to understand, develop and apply technical solutions
  • Good interpersonal skills (negotiation, team work)
  • High proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (MS PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and MS Projects)
  • Proficient in CAD, able to design using tools like PROE, Inventor
  • Highly proficient in report writing and doing presentations
  • The ability to establish good relationships with clients counterparts
  • Able to work under pressure and be innovative
  • Good technical problem solving ability
  • Be able to work independently or in a team
  • Willing to travel overseas at least twice a year
  • Analyse requirements, design facilities/rigs/equipment, manage procurement and/or construction
  • Oversee maintenance and upgrade of facilities (mechanical and electrical) through internal and external sources
  • Liaise with Suppliers and Consulting Engineers
  • Assist in identifying the relevant investment requirements
  • Oversee and manage the use of test equipment and facilities
  • Analyse test specifications, gather test requirements, conduct cost calculations, schedule tests, monitor and report on progress
  • Analyse component failures by conducting root cause analysis
  • Control development budgets and expenditure in order to ensure achievement of committed project budgets
  • Liaise with Group counterparts and respond to all queries from Group and internal and external stakeholders
  Key Accountabilities:
  • Knowledge of German language (advantageous)
  • Knowledge on plastic components
  • Knowledge of specifications (DIN, TL, PV)
  • Able to work with GOM equipment, strain gauges, force measurement devices
  • Knowledge of ISO50001 Energy Management System, implementation and maintenance
  • Basic knowledge of KVS system
  • Familiar with QMS Systems
  • Familiar with companies Procurement systems and process (CAPEX, EProc, DivO etc.)
  • Matlab experience
  • Microsoft Visio experience
  • Knowledge and/or experience in using hydraulic systems for fatigue testing of components
  
  
  

   

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