Component Engineer
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2 x Component Engineer (RE-ADVERISE)
Job ID: 23645
Company: Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location:
ZA
Department: Research and Development
Career Level: Professionals
Shift: Full-time
Contract type: Unlimited
Remote Working: Up to 40%
Posting Date: 16 Jul 2026
2 x Component Engineer (RE-ADVERISE)
At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Component Engineer ensures Volkswagen Group Africa products meet market requirements through the design, development, testing, and release of locally manufactured and adapted components. The role supports product quality, safety, reliability, cost optimisation, and customer satisfaction for local and export markets. This position is basd in the Product Development Division (Kariega)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, test, and release components in line with VW Group standards.
- Adapt Group designs to African market and environmental conditions.
- Apply preventative and corrective engineering tools (e.g. DFMEA).
- Ensure quality, safety, and reliability compliance before production release.
- Prepare and maintain accurate engineering and technical data.
- Manage engineering changes in line with production build levels.
- Support production, localisation, and cost optimisation initiatives.
- Participate in cross-divisional projects and technical forums.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of NDip BTech, BSc or BEng in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Electrical Engineering
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in automotive or similar engineering environment.
- Component/system development and testing experience.
- Exposure to engineering data systems and cross-functional teamwork.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
- Strong technical understanding and problem-solving skills.
- Project management and planning ability.
- Good communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and in teams.
- High degree of computer literacy (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Note:
Please ensure that you upload:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document
⚠️ Important: Applications without all required documents and late applications will not be considered.
If you are a dynamic and proactive professional eager to contribute to Volkswagen Group Africa’s ongoing success, we encourage you to apply.
📌 Ready to grow with us? Submit your application by clicking “Apply Now” before 22nd July 2026
📩 Queries: Contact Bahieya Dolley at ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Employment Equity
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.
Issued on behalf of HR
At Volkswagen Group Africa, we are more than a car manufacturer – we are a global mobility company driven by innovation, quality, and our people. With operating sites in Kariega (Uitenhage), Centurion, and Sandton, we combine a proud heritage of engineering excellence with a strong focus on the future. We produce vehicles and mobility solutions that deliver performance, safety, and sustainability. Our success is powered by diverse, skilled, and passionate employees who value collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. As part of the global Volkswagen Group, we operate in a dynamic environment where innovation, digitalization, and sustainability shape everything we do. Joining Volkswagen Group Africa means being part of a team building mobility for generations – responsibly, sustainably, and together.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Component Engineer ensures Volkswagen Group Africa products meet market requirements through the design, development, testing, and release of locally manufactured and adapted components. The role supports product quality, safety, reliability, cost optimisation, and customer satisfaction for local and export markets. This position is basd in the Product Development Division (Kariega)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of NDip BTech, BSc or BEng in Mechanical, Mechatronic, or Electrical Engineering
Work Experience:
- Minimum of 1 years’ experience in automotive or similar engineering environment.
- Component/system development and testing experience.
- Exposure to engineering data systems and cross-functional teamwork.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies:
Note:
Please ensure that you upload:
Updated CV
Certified copies of qualifications
Certified copy of ID document
⚠️ Important: Applications without all required documents and late applications will not be considered.
If you are a dynamic and proactive professional eager to contribute to Volkswagen Group Africa’s ongoing success, we encourage you to apply.
📌 Ready to grow with us? Submit your application by clicking “Apply Now” before 22nd July 2026
📩 Queries: Contact Bahieya Dolley at ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Employment Equity
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to achieving and sustaining an equitable and representative workforce. In line with our Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups.
VWGA communicates with integrity and transparency.
Issued on behalf of HR
Job ID: 23645
Company: Volkswagen Group Africa (Pty) Ltd
Location:
ZA
Department: Research and Development
Career Level: Professionals
Shift: Full-time
Contract type: Unlimited
Remote Working: Up to 40%
Posting Date: 16 Jul 2026
Volkswagen Group South Africa
Are you in?
We are looking for new talent, employees who want to achieve, believe in innovative power of ideas, leaders who are able to collaborate and adapt to the mobility of the future, take ownership, responsibility, accountability and diverse thinkers in order to embrace our differences.
What we offer :
- Competitive packages
- Benefits
- Flexible Working model
- Community Support
- Employee Value Proposition
Recruitment Address
ssf.recuitment@vwsa.co.za
More information:
Volkswagen South Africa
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