Associate – R&D
Defy Appliances · Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the R&D team to develop and refine component / product designs based on project requirements, user feedback, and technical considerations.
- Utilize design software, sketching, and prototyping techniques to create and iterate on design concepts.
- Prepare detailed design documentation, including specifications, drawings, and models. Ensure that designs adhere to relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company guidelines.
- Create prototypes for design validation and testing as well as assisting in line trials for new products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather input, provide design insights, and address challenges
- Assist in project planning, including defining milestones, timelines, and resource requirements
- Support project managers in monitoring project progress, identifying risks, and implementing mitigation strategies
- Conduct BOM audits of new & existing products
- Tracking of Safety / Performance / LOA / Gas Permit Applications & Approvals
- Tracking and co-ordination of Engineering Change Notices, Concessions and ISIR documents using SAP tools.
- Cost saving initiatives for Material improvement projects/Labour savings
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- BSc Mechanical / Mechatronics
- 2 – 3 year's experience in Engineering
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Project management proficiency
- SAP Experience Advantageous
Closing Date 18 August 2026