Engineering Data Controller

Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidattes to fill the Engineering Data Controller position in the Engineering Operations Department - Product Development (Kariega)

Description

To ensure that all activities set out by Supervision are undertaken and completed by the Engineering Data Controller to ensure all databases are completed on time. This includes providing product information, product planning that is controlled / analysed / coordinated and implemented and completed in time as per timing plan for new Projects and Model Year Changes. Provide product support regarding technical information to the company according to company worldwide standards and represent the Company for MBT/ TI Synchro / KVS / TI-REX / COPS / CoRe/Connect etc. and interact with the Group counterparts, negotiate and enforce Group requirements and create and maintain the Bill of Materials, MBT and Connect for various projects.

Responsibilities

1. Bill-of-Materials Management

• Create and maintain BOMs using Technical Product Descriptions and Vehicle PR specifications.
• Collaborate with local and international design engineers to ensure BOMs reflect accurate design levels.
• Coordinate with production and logistics teams to ensure material availability.
• Represent Company in global forums (MBT, TI Synchro, FAKOM, Connect).
• Conduct weekly BOM consistency checks using PASTA and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare TULs and draft statements for change requests (ÄKOs, AWEs, ECRs).
• Manage release orders in TI-Synchro and KVS.
• Establish prototype vehicle parts lists and BOM databases

2. MBT System Management

• Define and manage PR numbers for vehicle projects based on customer specs and technical programs.
• Align PR structures with project management, sales, logistics, and product data controllers.
• Advise on part validity control procedures and coordinate technical rule incorporation.
• Ensure compliance with PR number management standards.
• Develop and maintain sales offer programs and assign model keys.
• Conduct buildability analyses and support APS (Product Safety Committee) processes.
• Perform vehicle comparisons to support SSA market investigations.

Qualification requirements

A relevant 3-year diploma or degree in Engineering, Logistics or IT

Experience needed

• 5 years of data management experience in an automotive environment

• Proficiency in the following systems is essential: TIS, MBT, AVON, MBV, KVS, Connect, TI-REX, CoRe, COPS.
• Excellent communication skills to all levels.
• Ability to read and interpret technical change documentation.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confident presentation and conflict management abilities.
• Strong team leadership and collaboration skills.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Ability to confidently represent Product Data Management in various forums.
• The ability to build relationships with international customers for revenue-generating activities.
• Strong product data management skills.
• The ability to work independently under pressure.
• Willingness to travel and to work flexible hours