Graduate Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)

Recruiter:

HR Genie

Job Ref:

GE27112024

Date posted:

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

R0 per month

SUMMARY:
Graduate Engineer (Mechanical or Electrical)

POSITION INFO:

Graduate Engineer

Manufacturing

Job Purpose

As an Engineering Graduate, you will be an integral part of the engineering team at our plants. You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge to real-world industrial challenges, support plant operations, and help drive improvements in equipment reliability, performance, and efficiency. This role is ideal for someone eager to develop practical skills and progress their career in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Accountabilities and Outputs

Support the operation, maintenance, and improvement of mechanical and electrical systems in the plant.
Assist in the design, testing, and implementation of new mechanical and electrical equipment and machinery.
Perform routine inspections and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth plant operations.
Collaborate with senior engineers on project-based work, including plant upgrades, efficiency enhancements, and safety initiatives.
Analyze data and assist in the development of reports for performance analysis and process optimization.
Contribute to the development and implementation of preventative maintenance schedules.
Participate in continuous improvement efforts and contribute ideas to enhance plant processes, reduce downtime, and improve productivity.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards in all aspects of plant operations.

Qualifications and Experience

Recent graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. (BENG)
Strong theoretical knowledge in mechanical design, thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
Hands-on experience (internships, projects, etc.) in a manufacturing or industrial environment is an advantage.
A strong interest in plant engineering, process optimization, and maintenance activities.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.
A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
Familiarity with health, safety, and environmental regulations in a manufacturing setting is a plus.

Key Qualities

Communication

Routine communication in connection with instructions, requests or normal work tasks

Problem Solving

Proactive identification of functional problems related to a specific process or policy, determine cause and impact, and choose the best alternative to solve the problem based on guidelines provided and an understanding of the theory or practices underpinning the problem.

Relationships Maintained

Others in own work area

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