Project Engineer at The Coca-Cola Company

Job Description    

• Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA) has exciting opportunities in the Manufacturing department. We are looking for a talented individual with relevant skills and experience for a Project Engineer role.

Key Duties & Responsibilities    
Key Outcomes

Project Engineering & Execution:

• Support the technical planning and implementation of capital projects across the manufacturing network.
• Develop engineering specifications, equipment layouts, and utility requirements in line with project goals.
• Participate in the design review process and conduct feasibility analyses to ensure cost-effective and technically feasible solutions.
• Work closely with contractors and equipment vendors to ensure proper installation, integration, and commissioning.

Site and Equipment Integration:

• Conduct plant assessments to gather technical requirements and validate infrastructure readiness.
• Ensure the seamless integration of new equipment with existing processes and systems.
• Validate and approve technical drawings and installation plans in collaboration with relevant internal teams.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance:

• Ensure that all engineering activities comply with CCBSA’s QSE standards and national regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate engineering risks to safety, operations, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support environmental and energy efficiency initiatives through sound engineering solutions.

Vendor and Stakeholder Engagement:

• Coordinate with procurement and legal teams on technical evaluation of supplier bids and contracts.
• Engage with plant stakeholders and ensure clear alignment between project design and plant operational needs.
• Act as a key technical liaison between project teams, plant personnel, and external engineering firms.

Documentation and Handover:

• Support the preparation of technical documentation including equipment manuals, validation protocols, and commissioning reports.
• Ensure that as-built documentation is accurate, and all assets are appropriately handed over to the operations and maintenance teams.
• Support project close-out, post-implementation reviews, and lessons learned documentation.

KBI

• Percentage of projects completed on time and within budget
• Project rework or design change incidents
• Adherence to EHS and quality standards during project execution
• Number of engineering deliverables completed accurately and on schedule
• Plant downtime avoided during installations
• Supplier and contractor performance during project phases
• Equipment performance post-installation (e.g., OEE, uptime)
• Compliance with governance and project documentation standards

Functional Capabilities

• Engineering Design & Application: Ability to review and apply technical specifications, drawings, and designs for manufacturing and utility projects.
• Project Lifecycle Management: Competence in planning, scheduling, and executing projects from concept through commissioning.
• Technical Vendor Management: Ability to evaluate and interface with contractors, OEMs, and engineering service providers.
• Construction & Commissioning Support: Familiarity with installation, testing, start-up, and handover procedures in a production environment.
• Problem Solving: Capacity to troubleshoot and resolve technical project issues under time constraints.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective engagement with multiple internal stakeholders including maintenance, operations, procurement, and QA

Skills, Experience & Education    

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering
• Project management training or certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is advantageous

Experience

• 5+ years of engineering project experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or beverage production industries
• Experience working in cross-functional project environments, particularly in capital project execution
• Familiarity with process equipment, packaging systems, utilities, and automation technologies in production environments

Skills

• Proficient in reading and creating technical drawings, P&IDs, and layout schematics (AutoCAD or similar)
• Skilled in MS Project, Excel, and engineering documentation tools
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, utilities, and facility infrastructure
• Understanding of installation and commissioning protocols, FAT/SAT procedures, and validation requirements
• Familiarity with EHS, quality, and regulatory requirements in food or beverage manufacturing
• Strong written and verbal communication for technical reporting and stakeholder engagement
• Problem-solving mindset with ability to manage multiple concurrent engineering tasks

Deadline:17th July,2025