Electrical Engineer – Bus Body - Olifantsfontein at MAN Automotive (South Africa) (Pty) Ltd

Description

• Conduct testing & analysis of electrical systems & components, ensure all required standards are met
• Create & maintain technical documentation and specifications for parts and components
• Work with other Engineers & teams to ensure electrical systems meet product design requirements
• Stay up-to-date on new electrical technologies and trends in the automotive industry
• Responsible for change management related to electrical & associated production departments
• Provide technical support for production & suppliers in associated production departments
• Prepare & implement manufacturing process standards, electrical norms & processes on focus pillars
• Prepare drawing standards related to electrical designs
• Standardize material and specifications
• Perform feasibility studies for manufacturing and cost
• Issue complete Engineering parts list, drawings and installation instructions
• Act on instructions/discussions (from production line, warranties) on technical problems
• Propose solutions & responsible for presentation to implementation phase
• Responsible for the releasing of the correct Engineering documentation for production
• Co-ordinate projects allocated, through the effective planning and co-ordination of activities
• Draft and supply the correct and complete works requirements
• Assist with fault finding & problem solving in the field via drafting of a fault-finding procedure
• Update manual or component specifications & ensure successful roll out with relevant stakeholders
• Manage Bills of Materials, drawings and layouts
• Integration and management of large 3D CAD models
• Assist with concepts, designs, production, prototype builds, analysis, optimization & projects
• Perform corrective action / concession implementation and document creation
• Perform current & new product fault analysis & cost reduction (cost optimization)
• Implement improvements & waste management
• Liaise with suppliers and designers on new products

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Grade: 12 Matric Certificate
• Degree / Btech / Honours in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)

Skills:

• Proficient knowledge of CATIA, INVENTOR and AUTOCAD drawing and design software
• Basic experience with HV electrical experience advantageous
• Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles and techniques
• Strong understanding of safety regulations and electrical codes
• Working knowledge of Bills of Materials
• Technical knowledge in a manufacturing / assembly environment
• Good communication (oral and written) & interpersonal relations skills
• Must be results and process orientated, be proactive and team orientated
• Work independently though being a team player
• Analytical and strategic skills to identify problems thereafter solve them
• Time Management Skills
• Ability to explain complex engineering information in a clear way
• Work accurately under pressure and be able to meet deadlines
• Energetic and change / improvement focused
• Flexible, active and forward thinking
• Project Management Skills

Experience:

• Experience in designing, developing, and implementing electrical systems and components - 3 years
• Experience in the same/similar role - 3 years