Job Description:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Automotive Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in automotive engineering, be proficient in hands-on work, and thrive in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a proactive individual who is passionate about automotive technology, embrace digitalisation and enjoys managing workshop operations.
Responsibilities:
Automotive Engineering
- Design and Development: Create and improve automotive systems and components, ensuring they meet quality and performance standards.
- Hands-On Work: Must be willing to perform hands-on engineering tasks, including assembling, testing, engine repair & overhaul, tuning and troubleshooting of automotive systems.
- Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including design, production, and quality assurance, to ensure project success.
- Problem Solving: Identify and resolve engineering issues in a timely manner, utilizing both theoretical and practical approaches.
- Documentation: Prepare detailed technical reports, documentation, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
- Compliance: Ensure all designs and processes comply with industry standards and regulations.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in automotive technology and apply this knowledge to improve our products and processes.
Workshop Management
- Supervision: Oversee daily operations of the workshop, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
- Team Management: Lead and mentor a team of technicians and junior engineers, providing guidance and support.
- Quality Control: Maintain high standards of workmanship and ensure all work meets company and industry standards.
- Inventory Management: Manage inventory of tools, equipment, and spare parts, ensuring availability for ongoing projects.
- Safety: Enforce health and safety regulations within the workshop, ensuring safety compliance and ensure a safe working environment.
- Scheduling: Plan and coordinate work schedules, ensuring optimal utilization of resources and timely project completion.
- Customer Relations: Interact with customers as needed, providing updates on project status and addressing any concerns.
Qualifications:
- Academic: Minimum diploma in any fields.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in automotive engineering and workshop management.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in automotive diagnostic tools, and a solid understanding of vehicle dynamics and systems. Proficiency in CAD will be an advantage.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a practical approach to problem-solving.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Mandrian, English and other languages or dialects are essential, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members and manage customer interactions.
- Leadership: Proven leadership abilities with experience in managing teams and workshop operations.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various environmental conditions.
- Work Ethic: Strong commitment to meeting deadlines and producing high-quality work, willing & able to work long hours and 6 days a week.
