Assistant Product Development Engineer (Automotive Forging Industry)

Assistant Product Development Engineer (Automotive Forging Industry)

Isando

Minimum Requirements

35 years in automotive component manufacturing / development.

National Diploma S3 or Mechanical Engineering degree.

Knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, APQP & PPAP.

Proficient in MS Word, Excel, SolidWorks CAD.

Key Responsibilities

Support feasibility studies for new products & processes (RFQ support).

Assist with tooling, gauging, and process development.

Compile and update PFMEAs, control plans, routings & process sheets.

Maintain specification, drawing & engineering change control.

Handle IMDS product registrations and updates.

Support APQP & PPAP activities for both customers and suppliers.

Review and assist with RFCs, concessions & deviations (product safety).

Contribute to continuous improvement and cost / performance initiatives.

Provide technical support in 8D root cause analysis.

Assist with training, forging tooling development & general engineering tasks.

Authority & Limitations

Act within QMS framework and company rules.

Not authorised to change official documentation without approval.

Key Competencies

Team player with strong problem-solving skills.

Attention to detail in technical documentation.

Ability to support multiple projects under tight timelines.