Mechanical Engineer jobs in South Africa

UD Trucks is known for our pioneering technologies and products within the commercial automotive industry. This position will be responsible for designing, manufacturing, and evaluating mechanical devices, such as industrial machinery and transportation systems, ensuring they are functionally safe and efficient according to UD Trucks requirements.

1. Designing, implementing, maintaining, and improving mechanical products and systems.
2. Understanding, interpreting, and implementing designs from technical drawings.
3. Working with renewable energy sources by providing mechanical support.
4. Investigating mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.
5. Inspecting the installation and adjustment of mechanical systems in the plant.
6. Drawing up project plans, making models, prototypes, and mechanical diagrams to improve processes.
7. Implementing Total Preventive Maintenance for mechanical tools/equipment.
8. Tracking & monitoring job cards and setting planning with the Maintenance supervisor.
9. Ensuring that mechanical tools/equipment/machinery conform to occupational health and Safety Act (OHS Act) specifications as well as environmental regulations.
10. Supporting in commissioning tools and machinery.
11. Supporting decision-making processes on the best concepts, practices, and procedures.
12. Developing and improving processes and documenting procedures.
13. Compiling documents to align with ISO 9001 (Safety Work Instruction, Standard Operational Procedures, Process Checklist, Process Flows, Process Audits, and Layout, Process Failure Mode Effect Analysis).
14. Carrying out feasibility studies for new technical/mechanical developments.
15. Performing risk assessments with the safety team.
16. Writing daily, weekly, and monthly reports.
17. Collaborating with team members (Engineering/Maintenance/Logistics/Production/Quality/HR/Finance/Training).
18. Implementing additional actions related to Engineering & Maintenance.

1. B.Eng/BSc/BTech/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (Essential).
2. Computer Literacy (Excel, MS Project, AutoCAD, Solid Edge, Engineering software).
3. Focus and concentration to understand complex mechanical systems/processes.
4. The ability to analyze and interpret data to aid in problem-solving.
5. A high level of numeracy and technical competency, with an understanding of the applications used within design and production.
6. Self-motivation to keep up with current mechanical advances using new technologies.
7. Good time-management and organizational skills to ensure design projects and production run to schedule.
8. A commitment to keeping up to date with industry-specific tools for analysis and testing.
9. Preventive maintenance on machinery, tools, and equipment.
10. Effective communication and presentation skills.
11. Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 is a must.

Part of the Isuzu group, UD Trucks is a global leading international commercial vehicle solutions provider headquartered in Japan. At UD Trucks, we are defining the next generation of smart logistics solutions through advanced innovations in automation, electro mobility, and connectivity. UD Trucks develops, manufactures, and sells a wide range of heavy, medium, and light-duty trucks, operating in more than 60 countries across all continents. Our trucks and people go the extra mile for our customers and business partners, day in and day out.

We are an 8,000+ strong team of colleagues with 40 nationalities who bring diversity and passion in delivering our products and services. We trust each other, work collaboratively, and embrace change. At UD Trucks, our purpose is Better Life – to make life better for people and the planet. We have developed a culture that promotes:

Strong culture of diversity and inclusion, organizing annual events, daily activities, and open communication platforms including various internal voluntary networks.

Global exposure and growth opportunities across functions and countries through internal mobility systems and self-driven career opportunities, building a learning organization by enabling self-managed learning supported by the UD Academy.

We continue to fully support both remote working (where and when applicable) and flexible working hours, actively encouraging our colleagues to maintain a good work/life balance. You will have the autonomy and flexibility to split your working time between both our modern HQ and remotely.

Be part of our journey to create a Better Life for society, for our customers, and for yourself. UD Trucks is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our colleagues.