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Junior Product Development Engineer

Job in Durban, 3611, South Africa
Listing for: Execustaff
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-11-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Product Engineer, Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

One of our clients, based in the North Coast of Kwa Zulu-Natal
, is seeking a Junior Product Development Engineer
.

Purpose

Design, development, and optimization of systems and components to achieve company objectives

Educational Requirements
  • BSc/BTech/BEng Mechanical Engineering
  • CAD, Solid Works is an advantage
  • High level of computer literacy
Experience
  • 0-3 years of experience in Product Design and Development
  • Design for manufacturing principles
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Apply known problem-solving techniques
  • Good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal)
  • An understanding of thermodynamics is an advantage
  • Experience with materials science and manufacturing processes
Responsibilities
  • Support product development projects from start to finish for new and existing products
  • Optimise product cost and improve the product quality both internally and in conjunction with external suppliers
  • Support product development from concept through design, prototyping, testing, certification, and manufacturing phases
  • Management of the Engineering Change Process
  • Support projects with multidisciplinary teams
  • Conduct FMEA studies and address issues raised
  • Develop test methods and perform product testing for approval
  • Perform and approve initial sample inspection reports (ISIR)
  • Assist in the thermodynamic test laboratory
  • Provide support to production with product/process/quality/equipment related issues
  • Keep abreast of regulatory specifications and ensure product compliance
  • Familiarity with the following standards is an advantage: ISO 9001, ISO 17025
  • Any other product development and design functions as may be necessary
Safety Health and Environment
  • Works safely according to safety policies, standards and laws
  • Identify potential hazards and critical safety issues in the workplace
  • Always ensure a clean and organised work environment
Behavioural Competencies
  • Adaptability
  • Building and maintaining relationships
  • Interpersonal skills & communication
  • Team player
  • Continuous improvement mindset
  • Drive for results
  • Planning, organising & control
  • Decision making
  • Quality orientation
  • Respect
  • Safety awareness
  • Safety leadership
  • Work standards
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Integrity
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