Project Engineer: Electrical

My client, a leading international manufacturer of vehicle tyres, is looking for a Project Engineer: Electrical at their Ladysmith manufacturing plant.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for coordinating all project elements including engineering design, quality planning, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and final buy-off phases, as well as ensuring the project remains within budget to meet customer requirements.

Responsible for multiple highly complex major projects requiring innovative original solutions where results are key to successful completion.

Educational Requirements

1. Minimum tertiary education: Diploma in Electrical Engineering
2. Preferred tertiary education: Electrical Engineering Degree and/or BTech Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Required Work Experience

1. 5 years of experience in engineering project execution and management.
2. Hands-on experience in electrical/electronics installation of equipment.
3. Experience in using MS Projects, MS Excel, and MS Word.
4. Experience in using ePlan-P8 or AutoCAD Electrical to design the control system.
5. Ability to read and understand electrical, control system, pneumatic, and hydraulic drawings.
6. Knowledge of managing electrical and control system wiring and construction work.
7. Knowledge of Allen-Bradley and Mitsubishi PLC/HMI/Drives.
8. Programming and networking protocols like Ethernet, CCLink, and ControlNet.
9. Experience as an installation and commissioning engineer in the manufacturing industry; experience in the tyre industry will be an added advantage.

Personal Attributes

1. Strategic agility in crafting a direction from strategy.
2. Organizing and executing, problem-solving, and result-focused.
3. Driving innovation (tech-savvy).
4. Ability to work with and engage people with delegation skills.
5. Good problem-solving skills.
6. Strong organizational and planning ability.
7. Exceptional communication skills.
8. Preference to reside in or near the Ladysmith area.
9. Relocation will be at the applicant's own cost.

Required Documents with Application

1. Certified copy of SA ID.
2. Certified copy of SA Driver's License.
3. Certified copy of Matric Certificate.
4. Certified copy of Electrical Engineering Degree/Diploma.
5. Current/Last Payslip.
6. Verifiable professional membership numbers (if any).
7. Indicate notice period.
8. At least 3 contactable references (Name + Surname + Phone Number + Email Address).
9. Must have no criminal record or pending warrants of arrest/outstanding criminal cases (criminal check will be carried out).