Planning / Process Engineer

Planning / Process Engineer

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Job Ref

PE003637/DW

Date posted

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Location

Uitenhage, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

Our client in the Automotive Manufacturing industry is seeking to employ a Planning / Process Engineer to join their team based in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape.

Exciting Opportunity

To support Production by developing, implementing, and optimising manufacturing processes. The role focuses on ensuring production efficiency, resolving technical issues, and driving continuous improvement to meet quality, cost, volume targets and safety targets.

POSITION INFO

Requirements: National Diploma or Degree in Engineering. Qualified Toolmaker. Minimum 3-5 years' technical / engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of production systems, processes, and layouts In-depth knowledge of production processes, layouts, production systems and shop facilities. 3 years' experience / knowledge of a Tool Room, including tool design, tool layout, heavy press tools manufacture, patternmaking, machining, works preparation and try-out section. Knowledge of quality and audit systems (ISO, VDA, COP, OHSE) as well as Microsoft Office, CAD / MicroStation. Responsibilities: Provide technical support to Production to develop and establish efficient manufacturing processes. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, efficiency, and cost performance. Coordinate and facilitate improvement workshops (e.g. value stream mapping, efficiency workshops). Establish and optimise production processes, including tooling, layouts, and equipment. Resolve production and process-related issues impacting quality or output. Ensure process stability and readiness for production changes and new model introductions. Manage change control relating to engineering changes (ECRs, new models, process updates). Support costing activities for facilities, tooling, and equipment. Conduct audits (quality, process, OHSE) and ensure compliance with standards and requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, Logistics, and Purchasing. Develop reports, process documentation, and performance tracking tools. Drive problem-solving initiatives and implement sustainable solutions to root causes. Please note that if you do not receive a response within 2 weeks of your application, your application has been unsuccessful.