Project Engineering Manager

Daimler Truck

Daimler Truck

Cape Town, South Africa

Posted on May 5, 2026

SUMMARY OF
RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Project Delivery (Time, Cost, Quality)
o Projects are properly planned and Delivered on Time
o Project are delivered with approved budget
o Project deliverables are achieved and scope creep effectively managed
o Process to ensure Project implementation & sign off effective
• Engineering & Technical Excellence
o Ensuring compliance to engineering standards and specifications
o Effectively manage and overcome engineering challenges ensuring project
remains on time and desired standards
o Stake Holder engagement, alignment & contribution is maintained throughout
the project from IA phase to SOP
o Project Lessons learned are adequately recorded, shared and considered in new
projects
o Operational excellence ensured through robust process implementation,
standardization and adherence
• Project Financial Management
o Short, medium and long Term Planning/budgeting for Capex is actively
management and readily available
o Project Cost Management is effective and well managed
o Projects identified and implemented for cost saving achieve their targets and
are sustainable
o Supplier base is maximized to ensure competitive bidding
• Department Budget and resource management
o Oversee allocation and management of the project engineering department
budget.
• Leadership & Team Management
o Hire, Train and mentor department staff to foster a skilled and motivated
workforce.
o Focussed Development of people with succession planning in mind (GAP analysis)

SUMMARY OF
RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Project Delivery (Time, Cost, Quality)
o Projects are properly planned and Delivered on Time
o Project are delivered with approved budget
o Project deliverables are achieved and scope creep effectively managed
o Process to ensure Project implementation & sign off effective
• Engineering & Technical Excellence
o Ensuring compliance to engineering standards and specifications
o Effectively manage and overcome engineering challenges ensuring project
remains on time and desired standards
o Stake Holder engagement, alignment & contribution is maintained throughout
the project from IA phase to SOP
o Project Lessons learned are adequately recorded, shared and considered in new
projects
o Operational excellence ensured through robust process implementation,
standardization and adherence
• Project Financial Management
o Short, medium and long Term Planning/budgeting for Capex is actively
management and readily available
o Project Cost Management is effective and well managed
o Projects identified and implemented for cost saving achieve their targets and
are sustainable
o Supplier base is maximized to ensure competitive bidding
• Department Budget and resource management
o Oversee allocation and management of the project engineering department
budget.
• Leadership & Team Management
o Hire, Train and mentor department staff to foster a skilled and motivated
workforce.
o Focussed Development of people with succession planning in mind (GAP analysis)

B-Tech / BSc / BEng Engineering Degree (Mechanical and/or Electrical)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project engineering or project management
• Experience managing capital projects such as equipment installation, plant upgrades, or
process improvements, including the following concepts:
o Understanding of Safety / Health and Environmental legislation.
o Machinery operation / automation / maintenance & mechanics.
o Manufacturing processes and plant operations.
o Engineering drawings, specifications, and equipment installation.
o Capital expenditure project management.
o Complex Contractor / Supplier management and Efficient people management

B-Tech / BSc / BEng Engineering Degree (Mechanical and/or Electrical)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in project engineering or project management
• Experience managing capital projects such as equipment installation, plant upgrades, or
process improvements, including the following concepts:
o Understanding of Safety / Health and Environmental legislation.
o Machinery operation / automation / maintenance & mechanics.
o Manufacturing processes and plant operations.
o Engineering drawings, specifications, and equipment installation.
o Capital expenditure project management.
o Complex Contractor / Supplier management and Efficient people management

At Daimler Truck we are united in our purpose: We work for all who keep the world moving. Our impact as a global transportation company depends entirely on the contribution of each individual.

We believe that our individual strengths lead to the best team performance. Together, we create an inclusive culture where a deep sense of belonging fuels innovation and growth.

We welcome applications from everyone, people of all cultures and genders, different generations and phases of life, and people with disabilities. You can be your true self at Daimler Truck.

At Daimler Truck, we promote diversity and foster an inclusive corporate culture. We value the individual strengths of our employees, as these lead to the best team performance and thus to the success of our company. Inclusion and Equal opportunities are important to us – regardless of where you come from and who you are. We look forward to receiving applications from people of all cultures and genders, parents, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTIQ+ community.

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  • Job number:

    J000421563
  • Publication period:

    05/04/2026 - 11/03/2026
  • Location:

    Cape Town
  • Organization:

    Atlantis Foundries (Pty.) Ltd.
  • Job Category:

    Production
  • Working hours:

    Full time