Germiston: Project Engineer

Our client has now finalized their organisational requirements, and the following Permanent Positions are officially available: ?Junior-Level Project Engineer – 1 position ?Mid-Level Project Engineer – 2 positions ?Senior Project Engineer – 1 position ?? ? Project Engineer Location: Head Office – Germiston, ? ? Role Purpose The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the technical execution of engineering projects, ensuring that scope, schedule, quality, and budget objectives are met. This role manages mechanical and piping deliverables, interfaces with all project disciplines, and facilitates collaboration with clients, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery and compliance with technical standards. ? ? Key Responsibilities Technical Engineering Maintain technical integrity, scope definition, and quality standards across design, procurement, and construction Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams, providing technical guidance and corrective actions Ensure compliance with contract requirements and company standards Manage supplier and contractor interfaces and foster long-term service provider relationships Monitor progress and proactively address issues to support project delivery Project Engineering & Administration Manage technical information flow between stakeholders and ensure accurate documentation Oversee change control processes and scope alignment throughout the project lifecycle Support cost control and ensure deliverables are completed for client handover Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration to maintain project integrity and schedule Technical Reviews Review vendor and internal documentation for compliance with project and client requirements Conduct technical adjudications and material trade-off analyses Participate in HAZOP, model, and RAMBO reviews to ensure safety and regulatory compliance Provide technical input to support project decisions Strategy & Process Improvement Identify and support initiatives to improve engineering processes, tools, and practices Promote continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the engineering team ? ? Qualifications & Experience Minimum Requirements National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering 3 years’ experience in project engineering for process plants (studies, basic and detailed engineering) 3 years’ engineering design experience in process plant construction Desirable BSc Eng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering 2 years’ supervisory or project management experience Candidate registration with ECSA Membership with SAIMechE ? ? Competencies Knowledge Business acumen and budgeting Supplier and procurement process knowledge Skills Strong communication (verbal and written) Analytical thinking and problem-solving Planning, organisation, and attention to detail Proficiency in Microsoft Office and MS Projects Behavioural Customer-oriented with integrity and initiative Results-driven, resilient, and team-focused Able to work under pressure and uphold company values