REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s Degree in Engineering (NQF 7)Up to 5 years experience in Production/ Operations/ Process Engineering in a manufacturing environmentComputer literacy (MS Office Suite; SAP, ERP Systems and job-specific software systems)Knowledge of production, process engineering, operational processes and related systemsPLC, HMI and Control SystemsEmbedded Devices (Microcontroller, microprocessors)Programming (C/C++, C#, Python)Electronic Designing (Multisim, Ultiboard, MatLab)Action-orientedProblem-solving and analytical skillsPlanning and organizingRelationship buildingCustomer focusedRESPONSIBILITIESRESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENTResearches new technical solutions (electronic, embedded)Researches possibilities of prosed technologies (electronic, embedded)Develops prototypes for testing and researched solutionsDesigns and programs embedded systems for developmentsExecutes costing and BOMs development projectsManages R and D projectsResearch conducted/ performedNew solutions/ technological advancements proposedPrototypes developedSystems designed and programmed as per specificationProject plans developed and implementedPROJECTSDesigns solutions for various projectsDesigns electrical and control systems; electronic and schematics for projectsDesigns and programs PLCs and computer applications for projectsExecutes costing and BOMs for projectsManages projectsProject plans in placeProvides feedback to stakeholders on project progress and issuesProject administration is updated and readily availableProjects compliant with departmental policies and proceduresFACTORY BREAKDOWNSAssist with breakdowns regarding PLC, electronic and embedded systemsDebug and fix electronic PCB boardsSupport rendered during breakdownsMaintain technical equipment fully operationalTimelines adhered toPROCESS ENGINEERING AND DOCUMENTATIONPerforms feasibility studies on all aspects relating to processes and equipmentPerforms statistical analysis of processesKeeps abreast of technological developments/ advancements in the industryAssists with process-related problem-solving and root cause analysis projectsDevelops and updates process-specific checklistsDevelop and manage core tools for areas responsible forUpdated process documentationCreate relevant documentation for new processesStudies performed on processes and equipmentOutcomes of studies and statistical analysis utilized toward process improvement initiativesAdvancements and developments in process engineering research and findings utilized toward process improvementProcess engineering projects initiated and implemented successfullyPlans and checklists are available and updatedCore tools developedCost-saving initiatives presented and implementedUpdated process documentationCreate relevant documentation for new processesCOMPLIANCEOperates within controls and procedures to ensure the integrity of the companyIdentifies and monitors risks within own department and area of responsibilityAssists in the maintenance of a risk register, and reports discrepancies or areas of concern to managementEnsures compliance with all relevant regulations and policy frameworks to prevent fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditureCompliance with applicable controls and proceduresRisks identified and monitored – risk register in placeRisks reported to the managerAvailability of documentation and recordsCost and expenditure monitored – waste minimizedCUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGEMENTMaintains effective working relationships with customers (both internal and external) towards rendering the highest quality of servicesRepresents the company in meetings with relevant stakeholdersIdentifies and solves problems creatively whilst demonstrating a high level of integrity in line with the company's core valuesReports to management on internal stakeholder-related mattersMaintains relationships following policies, procedures and legal, as well as stakeholder management system requirementsStakeholder/ customer satisfaction indexCompliance with applicable legislation and regulationsProblem resolution promptly (comebacks minimized)Compliance with applicable legislation and regulationsSLA requirements upheldCOST AND FINANCIAL CONTROLContribute to the budget preparation processPromotes and communicates the effective, efficient, economical and transparent use of financial and other resourcesMonitors and controls expenditure against the budget, ensuring spending occurs within budgetary limits and company financial guidelines, and reports deviations to the direct managerExplores opportunities to control and reduce costsBudget input was provided and implemented successfullyCost-saving initiatives presented and implementedWaste prevented and expenditure minimized#J-18808-Ljbffr