Continuous Improvement Engineer (Mechanical) Role in Bellville
Task Foundry Solutions · Bellville, Cape Town
Overview
A manufacturing company in Bellville, Cape Town is hiring two experienced Mechanical Engineers to drive continuous improvement. You will optimise production processes, design mechanical modifications, and lead engineering projects from concept to implementation. If you have 5 to 7 years of mechanical engineering experience and a strong manufacturing background, this is a chance to make a real impact on efficiency, quality and cost reduction.
About the role
Join an established manufacturing organisation in Cape Town as a Continuous Improvement Engineer. You will play a key role in analysing and improving manufacturing processes, machinery and products. Your focus will be on boosting productivity, quality and cost efficiency across the plant.
You will spend your days investigating production inefficiencies, collecting and analysing data, and developing practical engineering solutions. You will also get hands-on with mechanical design using CAD, run tests on products, and recommend design improvements. Project management is a big part of the role, so you will plan and coordinate engineering projects, prepare Gantt charts, manage resources, and ensure deadlines are met. You will also work closely with the Engineering Foreman and artisans, overseeing their activities and supporting their development.
This role is perfect for a technically strong Mechanical Engineer who enjoys both hands-on technical work and leading improvement initiatives. The company is offering two permanent positions.
Requirements
- Grade 12 / Matric certificate
- BTech or BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 5 to 7 years relevant experience in mechanical engineering, continuous improvement, or project engineering
- At least 3 to 5 years practical experience in a factory or manufacturing environment
- Experience in production optimisation, machinery improvements and engineering problem solving
- Mechanical design experience including CAD modelling and technical calculations
- Proven ability to plan, coordinate and implement engineering projects
- Experience overseeing engineering teams, artisans, or technical project resources
- Strong mechanical fault finding and technical problem solving skills
- Ability to analyse production data and identify improvement opportunities
- Strong mathematical, analytical and technical reasoning skills
- Knowledge of manufacturing quality, productivity, efficiency and cost control principles
- Ability to develop and interpret technical drawings and engineering specifications
- Strong leadership, planning and organisational skills
- Good understanding of workplace safety requirements
- Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans
Responsibilities
- Analyse existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality and operational efficiency
- Investigate production inefficiencies, product deviations and recurring technical problems
- Collect and analyse production data to identify improvement opportunities
- Develop practical engineering solutions to improve production output, reduce waste and optimise manufacturing costs
- Investigate opportunities for machinery improvements, automation and process optimisation
- Establish and improve production specifications, tolerances, process controls and standard operating procedures
- Evaluate existing machinery and equipment to identify opportunities for technical improvements
- Develop engineering concepts and mechanical design modifications using CAD software, technical calculations and engineering principles
- Conduct technical investigations and testing on existing and new products
- Recommend product design improvements based on technical findings, testing and industry developments
- Assist with new product development and research and development projects
- Investigate technical quality concerns and recommend corrective improvements
- Plan, coordinate and execute engineering improvement projects from initial concept through to implementation
- Conduct project feasibility assessments and develop preliminary project scopes
- Prepare project plans, timelines, Gantt charts and deliverables
- Coordinate engineering resources, manufacturing activities and project implementation
- Monitor project progress, ensuring deadlines, technical specifications and quality requirements are achieved
- Manage engineering changes, product improvement requests and related documentation
- Support the creation and maintenance of relevant technical information, including Bills of Materials
- Identify opportunities to reduce manufacturing costs through improved machinery, production methods and resource utilisation
- Investigate alternative manufacturing solutions, in house production opportunities and supplier alternatives
- Explore automation and equipment modifications to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary manual processes
- Oversee and coordinate the activities of the Engineering Foreman and artisan team
- Allocate resources and coordinate engineering activities to support project requirements
- Monitor team performance, productivity and quality standards
- Support staff development and ensure engineering activities are completed safely and effectively
Job details
- Organisation
- Task Foundry Solutions
- Location
- Bellville, Cape Town
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (5+ years)
- Education
- Bachelor
- Category
- Construction & Engineering
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
To stand out for this Continuous Improvement Engineer role, your CV should highlight hands-on manufacturing experience and specific projects where you improved processes or reduced costs. Showcase your CAD skills and any project management you have done, especially if you led a team or coordinated resources. Since the company values bilingual communication, mention your fluency in English and Afrikaans. In an interview, be ready to discuss real examples of technical problems you solved and how you involved others in implementing solutions. Emphasise your ability to work on the factory floor and collaborate with artisans. A practical, solutions-driven attitude will impress them.
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