Description:
Assistant Product Development Engineer (Automotive Forging Industry)
Isando
Minimum Requirements
35 years in automotive component manufacturing/development.
National Diploma S3 or Mechanical Engineering degree.
Knowledge of FMEA, Control Plans, APQP & PPAP.
Proficient in MS Word, Excel, SolidWorks CAD.
Key Responsibilities
Support feasibility studies for new products & processes (RFQ support).
Assist with tooling, gauging, and process development.
Compile and update PFMEAs, control plans, routings & process sheets.
Maintain specification, drawing & engineering change control.
Handle IMDS product registrations and updates.
Support APQP & PPAP activities for both customers and suppliers.
Review and assist with RFCs, concessions & deviations (product safety).
Contribute to continuous improvement and cost/performance initiatives.
Provide technical support in 8D root cause analysis.
Assist with training, forging tooling development & general engineering tasks.
Authority & Limitations
Act within QMS framework and company rules.
Not authorised to change official documentation without approval.