About the position
A key role has opened for a dedicated Project Engineer to support complex engineering projects from prototype qualification through production delivery. This position is ideal for an experienced engineer with a strong background in mechanical or mechatronic systems, systems engineering processes, and project management, and who can contribute effectively to multi-disciplinary project teams. The contract duration is 3 years.
Key Responsibilities:
- Execute and/or support qualification and investigative tests on engineering prototypes
- Analyse data and prepare technical reports
- Witness contractor site acceptance tests and review test reports
- Manage configuration and change control processes
- Provide project management support to ensure deliverables meet technical and quality standards
Minimum Requirements
Qualification(s) required:
- National Diploma, BTech/BSc, BEng/MTech, MEng, or equivalent in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (qualification level aligned with experience requirements below)
- Valid driver's license
Experience (qualification-dependent):
- Proven experience applying and controlling systems engineering processes, executing technical tests, performing post-processing of test data (MATLAB or Python), conducting root-cause investigations, and producing technical reports:
- 6 years' relevant experience, coupled with a BTech/BSc, OR
- 4 years' relevant experience, coupled with a BEng/MTech, OR
- 3 years' relevant experience, coupled with a MEng
Additional Experience / Knowledge:
- Exposure to project lifecycle and production environments
- Project management experience
- Knowledge of quality assurance systems and engineering standards
- Configuration management and configuration management systems
- Systems engineering methods, procedures, tools, and techniques
- Mechanical component/assembly fabrication and acceptance
- Servo control systems and large mechanical structures (welding, stress relief, etc.)
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Conceptual and systems thinking
- Experience in integrated project teams
Additional Notes / Competencies:
- Willingness to travel locally and abroad
- Ability to work at remote sites for extended periods
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, and PowerPoint
- Experience in data processing or test script development using Python or MATLAB
- Ability to perform detailed engineering tasks and analysis
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and multi-tasking skills
- Initiative, independence, self-discipline, structure, and organization
Desired Skills:
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineering
- Prototype Qualification
- Configuration Management
- MATLAB
- Python
- Mechanical Fabrication
- Project Lifecycle
- Integrated Project Teams
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- Visio
- MS PowerPoint
Desired Work Experience:
Desired Qualification Level:
