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Component EngineerStaff Solutions Recruitment • Uitenhage, South Africa
Component Engineer

Component Engineer

Staff Solutions Recruitment • Uitenhage, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

To ensure the Groups Africa products are engineered to market requirements by designing, developing, testing, and introducing locally manufactured components; by adapting and developing the Groupsourced designs to be compatible with the Groups Africaresponsible markets environmental conditions; and by issuing technical data in line with the correct component engineering standards to meet the following criteria :

  • The Groups Africa products are built problem-free
  • Regional requirements for local content and technical support are met
  • Development of innovative and unique product features
  • Safety and reliability in service
  • Technical support for discontinued models still required in Africa
  • Technical development that adheres to the required Product Emergence Process (PEP) manual

Possible Tasks within this Role

  • Apply sound knowledge of vehicle component systems such as the drivetrain, exhaust system, fuel system, air conditioning system, cooling system, etc.
  • Prepare, issue, and maintain technical data for Chassis, Powertrain, and automotive Heating-Ventilation-Air-Conditioning (HVAC) components and systems.
  • Support Production, Logistics, Warranty, and Quality teams, and assist with special investigations.
  • Specify, test, and release Chassis / Powertrain / HVAC components and systems to ensure adherence to internal and external requirements.
  • Create and track development and release timing plans; prepare development and release reports.
  • Evaluate and implement design changes and material cost-saving ideas.
  • Support suppliers throughout the development and localization phases.
  • Communicate and cooperate with relevant Group counterparts (e.g., Group headquarters, koda, Brazil) for project alignment.
  • Apply root-cause analysis tools, implement corrective actions, and introduce preventative measures.
  • Qualification Requirements

  • National Diploma / BTech / BSc / BEng in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering
  • Experience Needed

  • Minimum 3 years relevant experience in the automotive or a similar engineering field
  • Essentials

  • Knowledge of modern Chassis / Powertrain / HVAC components and systems
  • Knowledge of modern automotive production methods
  • Knowledge of project-management principles
  • Understanding of basic financial principles
  • Self-motivation, good time-management skills, and strong report-writing and presentation abilities
  • Ability to conduct technical presentations
  • Ability to work and communicate effectively with people at all levels
  • MS Office proficiency
  • Code 08 drivers licence
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