Johannesburg: Project Engineer posted by Mecad Systems
Posted on 2025-09-13 00:00:00
| Employer | Mecad Systems |
|---|---|
| Category | Engineering Management |
| Location | Gauteng / Johannesburg |
Job Summary
This role requires a strong technical background, exceptional project management skills, and a deep understanding of industry-specific regulations and standards, such as FDA, EHEDG. The ideal candidate will ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, contributing to operational excellence and innovation in our company.
Responsibilities & Key Performance Areas:
- Project Planning and Execution: Develop detailed project plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, to ensure successful delivery of engineering projects.
- Process Design and Optimization: Design and implement process systems for food, beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical production, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with industry standards.
- Equipment Specification and Procurement: Specify, select, and procure equipment and materials, ensuring compatibility with production requirements and regulatory standards.
- Installation and Commissioning: Oversee the installation, testing, and commissioning of equipment and systems, ensuring proper functionality and integration into existing operations.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to relevant regulations and other industry-specific standards, maintaining documentation for audits and inspections.
- Collaboration and Stakeholder Management: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance, and maintenance, to align project objectives with business goals.
- Risk Management: Identify potential project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and implement corrective actions to minimize disruptions.
- Budget and Cost Control: Monitor project expenditures, ensuring adherence to budgets and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate project documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, and progress reports, and provide regular updates to management and stakeholders.
- Travelling: Nationally and internationally as needed to support client engagements, to support project implementations and attend industry events.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a Project Engineer in the food, beverage, dairy, or pharmaceutical industry, with a proven track record of managing complex projects.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in process engineering, equipment design, and project management software (e.g., AutoCAD, MS Project, or similar). Knowledge of PLC programming and control systems is an advantage.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of industry regulations
- Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with diverse teams and present technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address technical challenges and implement effective solutions.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively in a team environment and lead cross-functional project teams.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
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