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Centurion, Pretoria

• Develop logistic equipment as identified by the logistic engineers required for the effective operation and maintenance of DLS Products. Compile, review, approve and maintain (via ECP’s) product support equipment definition, BOM and material list. • Design packaging for all identified items (A-Class Spares and Equipment) in accordance with stated requirements. • Design logistic equipment to cost, reliability, manufacturability and maintainability standards.• Compile specifications with regards to development, qualification, testing, acceptance, safety, operation, repair, and inspection.• Support logistic support products through product development and in-service life cycle (e.g. concessions/deviations, quarantines, technical and field support)• Ensure that ISO design principals are followed.• Problem-solving, client modification request execution.• Conduct static & dynamic testing, regarding research and development of new equipment designs.• Apply all applicable DLS Policies, Procedures and Work Instructions to the best of your ability including Denel Employee Ethics Policy number 41

Centurion, Pretoria

• Compiling Assembly/Manufacturing Method Data Packs from engineering drawings and technical specifications.• Create bills of materials incorporating inspection requirements, machines to be utilised, heat and surface treatment, Jig/ Tool/ Fixture & Gauges.• Compile globally competitive estimates for assemblies including detail components/ Tools/ Jigs/ and Fixtures with the resources and identifying new machinery and processes required.• Liaise and follow up with all involved in the Manufacturing & Assembly processes/ problem solving/ improve through put/ optimise processes during industrialisation.• Liaise with tool design, NC programming, Manufacturing & Assembly facilities on new parts and assemblies.• Identification and request of all Tool/ Jig/ Fixtures & Gauges.• Inputs to an assembly line and factory layout.• Provide inputs to design reviews and design changes on projects.

Durban Area, South Africa

• Product engineering and design• Generate design concepts & preliminary cost estimates• Design products using the ISO 9001 procedures.• Generate accurate 3D CAD models, 2D manufacturing & assembly drawings• Generate and maintain bills of materials within the design model.• Perform sign off activities in accordance to sign off procedure.• Use Project Management principles to bring projects in on time and within targeted product and project costs. • Co-ordinate production processes, line layouts, and jig requirements. • Provide technical analysis skills & ability to interpret drawings & apply engineering principles to a practical & cost effective solution• A logical approach to fault finding principles & attention to detail.• Design, preparation, and maintenance of IQC, PQC and OQC documentation. • Design, preparation, and maintenance of supplier Inspection Instruction documentation. • The release of orders against Inspection Instruction Results. • Source components, materials, and tools applicable to assigned products. • Liaise with stakeholders associated with the assigned products.

Pietermaritzburg Area, South Africa

Durban Area, South Africa

• To obtain knowledge of systems employed throughout the plant.• Training and working with the maintenance division to develop and optimise systems.• Analysis of systems used with the Assembly plant with limited ability and knowledge.• PLC (programmable logic controller) programming and training.• Working within maintenance to implement preventive maintenance measures and plant improvements.• Attending plant breakdowns and meetings to learn and discuss future preventive maintenance issues.• Updating of documents to analyze trends on the top assembly equipment causing plant downtime.• Working on projects and equipment with artisans within the plant that require improvements and re-designs.• Working on projects and equipment within the plant that requires improvements and re-designs.

Certificate, Practical Project Management, Nqf Level 6

Project Planning Labour Law and Contracts Cost Management Supply Chain Management and Legal Aspect Project Scheduling and Control Managing.

National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design

Senior Certificate, Grade 12

Mathematics Physical Science Computer Studies Accounting English Afrikaans

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