Project Engineer at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa


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Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa Manufacturing Jobs in Midrand


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Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) presents an exciting opportunity for a FTC Project Engineer, to join the Midrand team at CCBA.The role will report to the Senior Project Manager.

Functional Capabilities

  • Engineering Design & Application: Ability to review and apply technical specifications, drawings, and designs for manufacturing and utility projects.
  • Project Lifecycle Management: Competence in planning, scheduling, and executing projects from concept through commissioning.
  • Technical Vendor Management: Ability to evaluate and interface with contractors, OEMs, and engineering service providers.
  • Construction & Commissioning Support: Familiarity with installation, testing, start-up, and handover procedures in a production environment.
  • Problem Solving: Capacity to troubleshoot and resolve technical project issues under time constraints.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Effective engagement with multiple internal stakeholders including maintenance, operations, procurement, and QA


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Key Duties & Responsibilities    

Key Outcomes

Project Engineering & Execution:

  • Support the technical planning and implementation of capital projects across the manufacturing network.
  • Develop engineering specifications, equipment layouts, and utility requirements in line with project goals.
  • Participate in the design review process and conduct feasibility analyses to ensure cost-effective and technically feasible solutions.
  • Work closely with contractors and equipment vendors to ensure proper installation, integration, and commissioning.

Site and Equipment Integration:

  • Conduct plant assessments to gather technical requirements and validate infrastructure readiness.
  • Ensure the seamless integration of new equipment with existing processes and systems.
  • Validate and approve technical drawings and installation plans in collaboration with relevant internal teams.

Quality, Safety, and Compliance:

  • Ensure that all engineering activities comply with CCBSA’s QSE standards and national regulatory requirements.
  • Identify and mitigate engineering risks to safety, operations, and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Support environmental and energy efficiency initiatives through sound engineering solutions.

Vendor and Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Coordinate with procurement and legal teams on technical evaluation of supplier bids and contracts.
  • Engage with plant stakeholders and ensure clear alignment between project design and plant operational needs.
  • Act as a key technical liaison between project teams, plant personnel, and external engineering firms.

Documentation and Handover:

  • Support the preparation of technical documentation including equipment manuals, validation protocols, and commissioning reports.
  • Ensure that as-built documentation is accurate, and all assets are appropriately handed over to the operations and maintenance teams.
  • Support project close-out, post-implementation reviews, and lessons learned documentation.

KBI

  • Percentage of projects completed on time and within budget
  • Project rework or design change incidents
  • Adherence to EHS and quality standards during project execution
  • Number of engineering deliverables completed accurately and on schedule
  • Plant downtime avoided during installations
  • Supplier and contractor performance during project phases
  • Equipment performance post-installation (e.g., OEE, uptime)
  • Compliance with governance and project documentation standards


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Skills, Experience & Education    

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering
  • Project management training or certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is advantageous

Experience

  • 3–5 years of engineering project experience in manufacturing, FMCG, or beverage production industries
  • Experience working in cross-functional project environments, particularly in capital project execution
  • Familiarity with process equipment, packaging systems, utilities, and automation technologies in production environments

Skills

  • Proficient in reading and creating technical drawings, P&IDs, and layout schematics (AutoCAD or similar)
  • Skilled in MS Project, Excel, and engineering documentation tools
  • Knowledge of manufacturing systems, utilities, and facility infrastructure
  • Understanding of installation and commissioning protocols, FAT/SAT procedures, and validation requirements
  • Familiarity with EHS, quality, and regulatory requirements in food or beverage manufacturing
  • Strong written and verbal communication for technical reporting and stakeholder engagement
  • Problem-solving mindset with ability to manage multiple concurrent engineering tasks

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