Project Engineer - Stikland (54809) at Ntice Sourcing Solutions

Job Description

• An industry leader in the packaging/manufacturing sector is seeking an experienced Project Engineer based in Stikland, Cape Town.  This person will lead the design, development, and delivery of the new factory and needs experience managing capital projects involving machinery installation, automation, or factory design.

Tasks & responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineers, architects, contractors, and local suppliers to ensure design intent and project goals are met.
• Manage all engineering, technical, and construction-related activities to ensure project milestones and quality standards are achieved.
• Ensure alignment with business objectives, stakeholder expectations, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate engineering deliverables, conduct regular reviews, and manage project scope, timelines, risks, and budgets.
• Report regularly on project progress, cost control, resource planning, and change management.
• Drive the implementation of automation and smart factory initiatives
• Support new product development, prototyping, and scaling production capabilities within the new factory.
• Champion safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the project.

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Project Management qualification or certification is highly advantageous.
• 3-4 years' experience in project management in manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with ISO standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Financially and commercially astute with experience managing project budgets.
• Highly computer literate, especially in Microsoft Excel and project management tools.