Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Project Engineer to take ownership of engineering projects and lead the engineering department within our high-impact smelting and process engineering operations. This is a hands-on leadership role for a Mechanical Engineer who thrives in heavy industrial environments and has a proven track record of delivering complex capital and process projects from concept to commissioning.
If you're passionate about engineering excellence, team leadership, and managing multi-disciplinary projects that keep industry moving -- this is your opportunity to make a real impact.
Key Responsibilities:

• Plan, lead, and execute engineering projects across smelting or heavy process environments.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle: scoping, design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Manage and mentor the internal engineering team across mechanical and multi-discipline projects.
• Interface with production, maintenance, and safety teams to ensure seamless integration of projects.
• Manage project budgets, timelines, and technical standards to ensure successful delivery.
• Ensure all engineering work aligns with safety, environmental, and legal compliance standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across plant performance, asset reliability, and engineering systems.

? Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering (required).
• Minimum 5-8 years' experience managing capital projects in a smelting, foundry, or heavy manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership experience with engineering teams and contractors.
• Proven knowledge of high-temperature equipment, heavy machinery, and process plant systems.
• Excellent understanding of engineering project workflows, risk management, and quality control.
• Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management skills.

? Preferred Skills:

• Experience with project management tools (MS Projects, Primavera, etc.).
• Knowledge of ISO standards, OHS Act, and environmental compliance in an industrial setting.
• Professional registration (ECSA or in progress) is an advantage.

For more information please contact:
Marlene Cilliers

Skills Required