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An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Firmware Engineering Manager

Location: Durban, South Africa

Job ID: 41306

As firmware engineering manager, you will lead the software/firmware teams in developing access control logic devices. You will collaborate with engineering teams, product/program management, and stakeholders to design, develop, and release production software/firmware.

HID is an innovative high-tech security company. We deliver high-quality features and products, focusing on secure software development. Our Physical Access Control Systems (PACS) include smart cards, mobile access, identifications, software, services, and controllers for physical access control.

Join as a firmware engineer working in a Scaled Agile environment, primarily developing the Biometrics product line in an embedded Linux environment, implementing secure and performant applications.

• Manage and lead the software/firmware engineering team
• Mentor junior engineers
• Review product specifications and designs
• Conduct design and code reviews
• Promote secure software development lifecycle (SSDL)
• Participate in planning events, workshops, and system demonstrations
• Drive continuous improvement and agile practices
• Interface with partners/customers to understand their needs
• Coordinate with manufacturing on issues related to production
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams

• Degree in computer science, engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum 3+ years engineering experience, with team management
• Experience managing remote teams across time zones
• Embedded development experience with ARM Linux
• Programming in C/C++, C#, Rust
• Web development skills (HTTP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, REST, JSON, XML, MQTT)
• Experience with Linux and Windows applications
• Knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTPS, and network protocols
• Experience with Agile and SAFe methodologies
• Familiarity with Jira and version control (git)
• Secure coding practices and cybersecurity knowledge
• Understanding of digital certificates and project management

• Office environment with reasonable accommodations for disabilities
• Travel, including international, may be required

• Empowerment through global teamwork and flexible work environments
• Opportunity to drive innovation and change
• Work in a results-oriented, inclusive culture

HID is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Join us to help create trusted identities and secure spaces worldwide. Be part of a global leader with opportunities for growth and development.

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Engineering Manager to oversee all engineering operations at our food production site in Kempton Park. The Engineering Manager will be responsible for leading a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff to ensure the optimal performance and reliability of all equipment and facilities at the site.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and supervise the engineering team, including technicians and maintenance staff, to ensure efficient and effective operations

Develop and implement maintenance and repair programs to minimize downtime and ensure the reliability of equipment and facilities

Coordinate with production and quality teams to prioritize maintenance activities and ensure minimal disruption to production schedules

Manage the site’s engineering budget and expenses, including procurement of spare parts and supplies

Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards for engineering and maintenance activities

Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and operational efficiency

Collaborate with external vendors and contractors for specialized engineering services and projects

Provide technical expertise and support for troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in engineering and maintenance management, preferably in a food production or manufacturing environment

Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to effectively manage and motivate a team

Proficiency in maintenance management systems and software

Solid understanding of engineering principles, mechanical systems, and electrical controls

Experience in project management and continuous improvement methodologies (. Lean, Six Sigma)

Knowledge of health and safety regulations and best practices in an industrial setting

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Overview

With 5+ years of experience and a strong skill-set in project management, planning, and organisation, you’ll be a great fit! Effective communication is key, and while a mechanical engineering qualification is preferred will also be considered. You must have a solid background as a Site Engineer, Engineering Manager, or Plant Engineer in a high-volume manufacturing environment and hold or are in the process of obtaining a GCC.

To start the application process, send your CV to NDC Personnel & Contractors today: / – we will be in touch once your application matches our vacancies.

NDC Personnel & Contractors adheres to the requirements of the POPI Act. If you have not heard from us within 14 days from applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Overview

We’re looking for a dynamic Engineering Manager to lead 2-3 high-performing teams of software engineers in developing, maintaining and evolving our product suite. Youll provide clarity on the WHY and WHAT, enabling your team to deliver software that drives direct business and customer impact. This role blends technical leadership, people management and process excellence.

• Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa
• Department: Development Engineering
• Reports to: Engineering Executive
• Team Size: 10-20 engineers

• Lead and inspire: Motivate and mentor a total of 10-20 engineers to deliver high quality releases on time.
• Drive delivery: Translate business priorities into clear goals, unblock challenges and keep the team aligned on outcomes.
• Build processes: Implement and refine agile development practices, ensuring quality is baked into every release.
• Support products: Provide technical guidance and triage product support issues with professionalism and speed.
• Grow talent: Develop individuals through coaching, feedback and career planning, fostering a culture of ownership and learning.
• Partner cross-functionally: Collaborate with Product Owners, System Architects and stakeholders to align roadmaps and manage dependencies.

• Education: B.Eng / B.Sc. Computer Science (leadership/management qualifications a plus)
• Experience: 12+ years in software engineering, with 3+ years in a leadership role
• Skills:
  • Strong background in software development & release processes
  • Proven ability to manage teams, projects and budgets
  • Excellent communication, facilitation and conflict-resolution skills
  • Knowledge of telecoms, networks and internet technologies is a strong advantage
• Attributes: Servant leader, empathetic, proactive, customer-focused and committed to delivery

Overview

Engineering Manager

Market Related Salary

Alberton

Permanent

Our client is a global leader in innovation and sustainable solutions, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality products and services to diverse industries worldwide. The organization is deeply rooted in a set of guiding principles that emphasize professional commitment, respect, loyalty, integrity, and solidarity. They are dedicated to fostering a culture where employee rights, health, and safety are paramount. Candidates joining this company can expect to be part of a responsible, forward-thinking organization that values people, communities, and long-term success.

The purpose of the role is to develop and implement the engineering and maintenance strategy, ensuring that the plant meets operational, safety, and performance objectives. The Engineering Manager is responsible for driving continuous improvement, managing CAPEX projects, ensuring equipment reliability, and building a high-performing technical team.

• Develop and execute engineering and maintenance strategies in line with business objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement programmes and progress towards World Class Manufacturing standards.
• Set and monitor engineering and process targets, implementing measures to achieve them.
• Direct engineering functions including tooling, process engineering, maintenance, and prototyping.
• Ensure compliance with standards such as OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9000.
• Manage critical spares in line with inventory policy to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Lead and manage high-level CAPEX engineering projects using best practice methodologies.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team of engineers, technicians, and maintenance staff.
• Foster a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and continuous learning.
• Define skills requirements and implement training plans to strengthen team capability.
• Ensure adherence to corporate governance, risk management, and safety standards.
• Serve as a role model for safety leadership, placing safety at the core of all site activities.
• Build strong internal and external relationships, including with suppliers and customers.

• Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (essential)
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in engineering and maintenance within a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Computerised Maintenance Management Systems
• Exposure to OHSAS 18001, ISO 14001, and ISO 9000 standards
• Strong track record in leading CAPEX projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Prior management experience (advantageous)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent project management and leadership skills
• Competence in SAP, Excel, and PLC systems
• Effective communicator with strong influencing and coaching capability

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.

Overview

Reference: PE -MVDM-1

Open position: Engineering Manager

Location: Port Elizabeth

Salary: Market related

Type: Permanent

Industry: Design & manufacture advanced truck body applications

• Lead cross-functional engineering reviews to assess customer and market requirements for body applications and convert them into technically sound and feasible design proposals.
• Oversee the development and refinement of body application concepts ensuring technical solutions align with company strategic objectives and product roadmap.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and technical trade-off evaluations to determine optimal solutions based on cost mass timing design for assembly and performance metrics.
• Collaborate closely with Product Management Sales Manufacturing and Quality teams to ensure proposed solutions meet customer expectations and internal operational standards.
• Validate proposed designs through simulations prototyping and testing in alignment with internal and industry standards.
• Provide direction and mentorship to the Engineering team ensuring consistent application of best practices design standards and engineering methodologies.
• Review and approve technical drawings 3D models and engineering documentation for submission to development and production phases.
• Manage the Engineering Change Management (ECM) process ensuring timely and controlled implementation of design modifications.
• Support homologation activities including documentation and technical validation required for NATIS NCRS and other regulatory approvals.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks early in the development process through proactive design reviews FMEAs and validation planning.
• Track project milestones and ensure timely delivery of engineering outputs in line with overall product development timelines.
• Promote continuous improvement within the engineering function by implementing new technologies design tools and process enhancements.

• Tertiary Engineering qualification (T4 / Degree in Mechanical Engineering)
• At least 10 Years experience in Body Application fabrication or related industry
• Minimum of 5 years Truck industry experience particularly in the engineering / manufacturing and / or sales environment
• In-depth knowledge of automotive standards & regulatory requirements (NCRS & Road Ordinance regulations)
• Computer literacy: MS Office suite Project Management
• Experience in computer applications for CAD and CAE Advanced knowledge of Design software (Autodesk Inventor application such as Advanced Design)
• Previous body application shop floor experience desirable
• Valid EC drivers Licence required
• Understanding of engineering theory and principles of design
• Knowledge and experience of / with Trans Solve CAD and CAE computer applications
• Familiarity with basic manufacturing / metal fabrication processes
• Basic understanding of regulatory requirements pertaining to body applications (NCRS / NATIS & Road traffic ordinance)
• High level of body application subject matter knowledge (Load distribution OEM Body Builder requirements)
• Strong knowledge of product development lifecycle homologation processes and engineering change management
• Work overtime as required to achieve deadlines
• Be able to travel as required to support Product Issue Resolution and Supplier interaction

Should you meet the above job requirements please email your CV to with the subject line Engineering Manager

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Full-Time

years

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This is a senior operations role for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead customised solutions, continuous improvement, and maintenance strategies within a complex environment. If you excel at optimisation, planning, and inspiring teams — this is your chance to drive efficiency and innovation.

About the Role

You’ll support operations at a strategic and daily level — overseeing planning, monitoring, plant optimisation, risk management, compliance, and disaster recovery. You’ll lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage contractors, and develop robust maintenance frameworks that meet SLA requirements and deliver measurable value.

What You’ll Do

Plan and monitor operations, maintenance, and long-range capital replacements

Drive continuous plant optimisation and energy management

Manage compliance, disaster recovery, and risk assessments

Develop improvement proposals for services, systems, and processes

Oversee material and spare part management to ensure efficiency

Conduct quality management audits and ensure service transparency

Manage subcontractors, statutory requirements, and site procedures

Lead and mentor teams, identify development needs, and build talent pipelines

Perform root cause analyses and implement performance improvements

What You Bring

BTech or BSc Engineering (Electrical / Mechanical) with sound commercial knowledge

Government Certificate of Competency (GCC) highly desirable

Minimum 5 years’ experience with similar systems in a production environment

Proven staff leadership and performance management skills

Strong knowledge of maintenance strategies, risk management, and SLA optimisation

High resilience, initiative, and results orientation

Good understanding of ISO 9001, OHSA, and environmental legislation

What Success Looks Like

High-performing plant operations and optimised equipment lifespan

Effective cost reduction and efficiency gains through innovation

Strong, compliant maintenance frameworks aligned to industry standards

A motivated, skilled team delivering continuous improvement

This is a senior operations role for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead customised solutions, continuous improvement, and maintenance strategies within a complex environment. If you excel at optimisation, planning, and inspiring teams — this is your chance to drive efficiency and innovation.

About the Role

You’ll support operations at a strategic and daily level — overseeing planning, monitoring, plant optimisation, risk management, compliance, and disaster recovery. You’ll lead a multi-disciplinary team, manage contractors, and develop robust maintenance frameworks that meet SLA requirements and deliver measurable value.

What You’ll Do

Plan and monitor operations, maintenance, and long-range capital replacements

Drive continuous plant optimisation and energy management

Manage compliance, disaster recovery, and risk assessments

Develop improvement proposals for services, systems, and processes

Oversee material and spare part management to ensure efficiency

Conduct quality management audits and ensure service transparency

Manage subcontractors, statutory requirements, and site procedures

Lead and mentor teams, identify development needs, and build talent pipelines

Perform root cause analyses and implement performance improvements

What You Bring

BTech or BSc Engineering (Electrical / Mechanical) with sound commercial knowledge

Government Certificate of Competency () highly desirable

Minimum 5 years’ experience with similar systems in a production environment

Proven staff leadership and performance management skills

Strong knowledge of maintenance strategies, risk management, and SLA optimisation

High resilience, initiative, and results orientation

Good understanding of ISO 9001, OHSA, and environmental legislation

What Success Looks Like

High-performing plant operations and optimised equipment lifespan

Effective cost reduction and efficiency gains through innovation

Strong, compliant maintenance frameworks aligned to industry standards

A motivated, skilled team delivering continuous improvement

Overview

KingMakers is redefining sports and gaming entertainment across Africa through innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead a talented team of engineers, driving the delivery of scalable, high-quality technical solutions while fostering a culture of growth, learning, and continuous improvement. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring alignment between business goals and technical execution, enabling KingMakers to remain at the forefront of the industry.

We're looking for a hands-on Engineering Manager for Payments to lead a team of 12 engineers in building scalable, high-performance systems. If you're passionate about technology, love mentoring others, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this is your chance to drive real impact while shaping the future of our platform.

About the Role

As an Engineering Manager , you will:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, ensuring the delivery of innovative, scalable, and maintainable solutions that align with business objectives
• Drive technical excellence by promoting best practices, resolving complex challenges, and fostering a collaborative environment
• Act as a bridge between technical teams and stakeholders, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals while communicating risks and opportunities effectively
• Focus on team growth, ensuring engineers have the tools, guidance, and support to excel in their roles

Technical Leadership

• Guide the team in designing and developing scalable, secure, and reliable payment systems
• Oversee system architecture, balancing innovation with maintainability and performance
• Ensure smooth execution of complex, cross-functional projects
• Champion best practices, testing, and quality assurance in all deliverables

Team Management

• Mentor, coach, and grow engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, ownership, and innovation
• Provide clear feedback, career guidance, and motivation to help team members excel
• Build cohesion across frontend and backend squads, ensuring alignment on goals and delivery

Strategic & Operational Excellence

• Collaborate with stakeholders to define technical roadmaps aligned with business goals
• Drive continuous improvement in workflows, observability, and incident management
• Balance priorities between new feature development, system maintenance, and bug fixing

We are looking for a dynamic leader who is passionate about technology and thrives in a rapidly growing organization. To be successful in this role, you'll need:

Top Attributes

• Team player & humble leader
• Exceptional communication skills
• Proactive problem-solver
• Strong people management skills
• Proven experience leading engineering teams

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in React, Tailwind, Angular, C#, .NET, SQL, MongoDB, Kafka
• Experience with cloud infrastructure (Azure or similar) is highly valued
• Familiarity with financial/booking systems
• Knowledge of microservices, event-driven systems, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes)
• Solid grounding in CI/CD, test automation, and Agile practices

Bonus Points For

• Payments or iGaming industry experience
• Game integration expertise

At KingMakers, your work will have a real impact. Here's what makes us different:

• Work Globally : Collaborate with exceptional talent from across the world in an inclusive and dynamic environment
• Opportunities for Growth : Develop your skills and advance your career in a team that values learning, innovation, and personal development
• Impactful Work : Be part of a company redefining sports and gaming entertainment, making a real impact across Africa
• Embrace Challenges : Take on exciting projects that push boundaries and allow you to grow in your field