Component Engineer (Body)

Our client, a global leader in the automotive manufacturing industry, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Component Engineer (Body)  to join their Product Engineering Division in Kariega. This is a permanent staff position with an excellent salary package and strong career development prospects.

• Relocation support offered for candidates outside the Uitenhage region.

You will play a key role in the release and lifecycle management of body components and systems.

This includes:

• Releasing components for production
• Solving design-related issues across all locally manufactured platforms
• Managing part-level and software build records (BoM)
• Coordinating testing and validation of components and systems
• Driving cost-saving initiatives into production

Essential Requirements:

• National Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics / Mechanical Engineering
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in development of automotive components. (Development /Improvements/ Problem-solving)
•  Initiative, be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills to all levels.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand complex components/systems/networks.
• Good technical problem-solving ability.
• Project management ability.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office).
• Willingness to travel.

Advantageous:

• Knowledge of automotive metal, glass, and rubber components
• Ability or willingness to learn German and/or Portuguese