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Port Elizabeth: Engineer I / Trim Development Engineer posted by Profile Personnel

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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Developing trim covers to optimize the sewing process for manufacturing and obtain quality approval from the OEM customer.
  • Strip sample seats/trim covers and make paper templates for each cut panel
  • Digitize each paper panel and ensure all technical details are correct
  • Plot patterns on a 1:1 scale, ID each pattern by material type and add sewing borders
  • Confirm sewing process steps (Process flow diagram)
  • Verify sew line distances by simulating sewing start to end on Accumark or AutoCad software or manually comparing 2D templates
  • Hand optimized digital or paper patterns over for marker making and CNC cutting
  • Construct bill of material for each trim cover showing hang on parts
  • Sew trim covers or review sewing process to ensure optimized sewing process
  • Built seat or review seat building process to review the quality of the complete seat
  • Change patterns after build review to improve sewing and quality concerns
  • Repeat steps until the sewing process and seat quality is approved.
  • Ensure notches and direction constraints are shown on patterns
  • Ensure templates are correctly identified and stored by trim option
  • Assist with BOM verifications
  • Assist with day to day sewing problems

Qualifications

  • Relevant qualification ( 2D CAD or 2D drawings)
  • PC literacy is essential, relating to MS Outlook, MS Project, MS PowerPoint, MS Word and Excel.
  • Working knowledge of the German language would be an advantage.

Experience

  • Must be a self-starter, a team player, positive, self-motivated and be able to work under pressure.
  • 5 years minimum relevant experience is essential.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who have relevant seat trim development experience.
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Special Requirements

  • An assertive individual with strong problem-solving sills in a trim/sewing manufacturing environment is essential.
  • Accumark/pattern making software experience would be advantageous.

How to Apply

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About Other Motoring Jobs in Eastern Cape

The Other Motoring sector in Eastern Cape, South Africa, is a rapidly growing industry with a diverse range of job opportunities available. Typically, this field encompasses the maintenance and repair of various types of vehicles, including cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Generally, individuals working in this sector require strong technical skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities.

In terms of compensation, salaries for Other Motoring professionals in Eastern Cape are generally competitive, with broad salary ranges depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Typically, entry-level positions can start within the R200 000 – R400 000 per annum range, while more senior roles may command salaries between R500 000 – R1 million per annum or more. However, please note that these figures are broad estimates and actual salaries may vary.

Common skills required for roles in this industry include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving abilities, physical stamina, and excellent customer service skills. Typically, individuals working in this field require a strong foundation in automotive repair and maintenance, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Computer-aided design (CAD) skills and knowledge of industry-specific software are also often beneficial.

The Other Motoring sector is commonly found in industries such as the manufacturing sector, technology industry, and financial services sector. Manufacturers, distributors, and service providers in these sectors often require skilled technicians to maintain their fleets and equipment.

Career development opportunities abound for those working in this field, with many positions offering potential for advancement and specialization. Typically, experienced technicians may have the opportunity to move into supervisory or management roles, while others may pursue further education and training to become master technicians or start their own businesses. With the right skills and experience, individuals can establish themselves as experts in their field and enjoy long-term career satisfaction and growth.

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