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Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Pro Tem RecruitmentJohannesburg, South Africa
14 days ago
Job description

My client is currently seeking to employ a Project Engineer with a mechanical background and

industry experience to form part of the dynamic projects department within our African Office,

based in Centurion, Johannesburg.

The ideal candidate would be a self-motivated, conscientious person with great

communication skills, have a broad based understanding of heavy engineering, materials

handling, modelling, 2D drafting and scheduling. This role is an integral addition in support of

our further expansion and continued progression into the African market.

The core responsibilities of the role involve planning, designing, organizing, overseeing the

assembly, design, erection and maintenance (as required) of mechanical and process plant

and installations.

Job Duties and Key Responsibilities :

  • As and when required provide support to the business development department, to

help ensure that tenders are technically correct.

  • Co-ordination or assisting with co-ordination of all activities relating to the execution of
  • a project to ensure that :

  • Customer expectations are being met (client satisfaction)
  • Project remains on schedule
  • Project remains within budget
  • Sourcing, appointment and managing of sub-contractors.
  • Liaising with the customer on a regular basis including chairing of project kick off and
  • progress meetings.

  • Managing of design activities particularly ensuring that design activities are well
  • planned and coordinated between different members of the design team as to ensure

    no delays are experienced during the design phase of the project.

  • Conducting project alignment meetings between :
  • o MMD and its customer

    o Different departments within MMD

    o Internal engineering team

    Working closely with MMD’s planner and expeditor to understand timelines for the

    project.

  • Ensuring that progress reports are done to a high standard and are accurate
  • before they are released to MMD’s customers.

  • Working closely with MMD Africa’s design and drafting department to establish what
  • design and drawing tasks need to be completed for projects.

  • Checking of designs and drawings to ensure they align with the project requirements and customer
  • expectations.

  • Working closely with MMD Design and Consultancy (MMD D&C) design and drafting
  • department to ensure MMD OEM equipment designs align with the project

    requirements and customer expectations.

  • Assist in the compilation RFQ’s and contract documents for MMD’s sub-contractors.
  • Reviewing and approval of documents and drawings before they are submitted to
  • MMD’s customers.

  • Engaging with MMD’s directors to keep them informed and to assist in making large
  • decisions which influence the project cost and timelines.

  • Working closely with MMD’s quality department to ensure that there is alignment
  • between the engineering requirements and the quality management system for the

    project.

  • Supervise and inspect the site installation, modification and commissioning of projects
  • at mine sites throughout Africa and South Africa.

  • Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs and provide guidance to
  • industrial maintenance crews.

  • Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems at mine sites
  • within Africa and South Africa.

  • Work closely with all departments in the company as and where required.
  • Effectively communicate information to co-workers, customers and suppliers, which
  • they require to do their jobs.

  • This communication must be objective and accomplished in a neutral to positive manner.
  • Prepare, schedule, coordinate, monitor and cost control assigned engineering projects.
  • Executing project specific deliverables agreed upon with the project stakeholders.
  • Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA / QC policies, performance standards and specifications.
  • Liaise with clients to interpret their specifications, expectations and requirements.
  • Maintain the product and company reputation by complying with MMD’s mission
  • statement.

  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Education and Experience :

  • Proven working experience in a projects environment.
  • Background in the mining industry (run-of-mine crushing / sizing / screening) is highly
  • desirable, with exposure to plant and equipment layouts.

  • Mechanical Engineering qualification (degree).
  • Project Management Professional certification (PMP®), preferred or working towards.
  • Familiar with manufacturing methods, techniques and procedures.
  • Knowledge and experience on computer aided design software (SolidWorks® and
  • AutoCAD® skills essential)

    Competencies Required

  • Proficient with 2D CAD design and drafting with the ability to use industry standard
  • CAD systems for design and documentation.

  • Computer literate (MS Office skills essential).
  • Good reporting writing skills is advantageous.
  • Advanced knowledge of;
  • o SolidWorks 3D CAD

  • SolidWorks File & Data Management.
  • Knowledge of standard design codes and specifications.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
  • High attention to detail and results.
  • Mechanical and technical skills and knowledge.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Presentation skills are essential.
  • Technical and executive report writing skills are essential.
  • Strong work ethic and team player.
  • Analogous and parametric cost estimating.
  • Experience in design for manufacturability and assembly.
  • Background in structural engineering is preferred.
  • Clean Criminal Record.
  • Valid Driver's License with clean abstract.
  • Relevant educational requirements.
  • Must be willing to travel.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Technical understanding.
  • High degree of professionalism.
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
  • Time management and organization skills.
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