Engineer – Armscor

Job Opportunity: Engineer Naval Systems at the Institute for Maritime Technology (IMT), Cape Town

Reference Number: 9993044

The Research & Development Business Unit of the Institute for Maritime Technology (IMT), located in Cape Town, has an exciting vacancy for an Engineer Naval Systems. We invite applications from individuals who meet the qualifications and experience requirements outlined below:

Purpose of the Job:

The Engineer Naval Systems will provide engineering contributions to project leaders of client projects and offer expert systems and technology support to the Navy and other clients.

Critical Performance Areas:

1. Set up computer models as per specifications for simulation purposes and interpret basic results for verification.
2. Conduct basic research within the area of responsibility.
3. Provide technical inputs on hardware design tasks of a more advanced nature.
4. Develop solutions to well-defined engineering problems documented in technical reports.
5. Design and develop physical/software solutions to technical problems.
6. Participate in the execution of subsystem and system tests (hardware/software) and document consolidated results.
7. Make low-complexity engineering decisions as part of well-defined engineering activities.
8. Communicate and provide feedback clearly to internal or external stakeholders on low-complexity engineering activities.
9. Apply knowledge of widely applied principles underpinning good engineering practice and specialist knowledge.
10. Provide advanced technical support to the technical area.
11. Undertake professional development activities to maintain and extend competence in specified areas.
12. Share expertise with team members with less experience based on specialization.
13. Network with industry, academia, etc., to stay updated on the latest available technology.
14. Enhance client relationships to ensure continuity of business.
15. Undertake appropriate allocated ad hoc tasks (e.g., organizational, technical, sea-going, diving, SHEQ, etc.).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) or Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.Sc. Eng.) in Electronics or Mechanical, or equivalent
• ECSA registration (desirable)

Experience:

• 4-7 years’ experience
• Experience in Engineering
• Experience in a military environment is advantageous

Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of modeling and simulation and solution procedures
• Knowledge of engineering processes
• Knowledge of applicable software/modeling packages
• Hardware/software design knowledge
• Techno-military scientific knowledge
• Familiarity with relevant Armscor & IMT Policies, Practices, and Procedures
• Understanding of relevant Safety, Health, and Environmental legislation and standards

Note: Short-listed candidates will undergo reference checks, verification of personal data, and security clearance as part of the selection process. Armscor is committed to compliance with the Employment Equity Act, and preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.