Overview
Project Engineer: Electric Vehicle Systems and Infrastructure/uYilo Jobs in Port Elizabeth, South Africa at Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets, UK
Position: Project Engineer: Electric Vehicle Systems and Infrastructure (uYilo) 3 year fixed term contract
CORE PURPOSE OF JOB
The Project Engineer will play a key role in supporting delivery of mobility and energy system projects within the national electric mobility programme. The candidate will have interactions with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure successful project delivery and will need to provide technical support on topics related to integration of systems and sub-systems, including market research and data analysis. As a dynamic environment, supporting functions and responsibilities will evolve, therefore flexibility and adaptability will be key.
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS
Engineering
Execute the development, assembly, operation and maintenance of vehicle systems and energy systems
Alignment of technical specifications and standards for projects
Research on the electric mobility ecosystem
Ensure all work is done in accordance with acceptable engineering methods and principles
Conceptual development and detailed design of control and automation hardware and software systems and subsystems for new and existing machines and equipment
Management and maintenance of engineering platforms
Management and undertaking of implementation and documentation of control and software systems and subsystems
Provision of analytical and technical assistance to senior and junior design engineers and engineering interns
Reading and interpretation of technical drawings, schematics and computer-generated reports
Evaluation of engineering problems and needs and making recommendations to clients thereon
Projects
Assisting with development of project plans, timelines, budgets and resource requirements
Support project resources to ensure project delivery with team members, stakeholders and sub-contractors
Documentation of projects according to internal and external administration standards
Supporting development of new projects and business opportunities
General
Provide technical support for electric vehicle system and energy system related projects
Maintain alignment to technology and market trends for existing and new projects
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics Engineering, or Technical equivalent
Minimum Experience
At least 2 years relevant experience in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment for the responsibilities (excluding internship and trainee positions)
Relevant working experience with Control Systems and Programming
Proven experience and skills within Programming (Microcontrollers, PLCs, etc), MS Office
Desirable Additional Education, Work Experience And Personal Qualities
Professional Registration:
Engineering Council of South Africa (Acquired / Initiated)
Computer Science qualification will be advantageous
Prior experience with Electric Vehicles will be advantageous
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work autonomously with minimal guidance
Team player with strong desire to support team success
Enthusiasm for technology (mobility and renewable energy)
Good communication skills (written, verbal and presentation)
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Title: Project Engineer: Electric Vehicle Systems and Infrastructure/uYilo
Company: Munich Re Specialty – Global Markets, UK
Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Category: Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists)
