BURN

Project Engineer (Manufacturing) -Kenya

BURN  •  Ruiru, KE (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

We are looking for a Manufacturing Project Engineer who will handle Factory Operations and report directly to the NPI Manager. Th role involves leading a small team of interns and collaborating with cross -functional teams to drive manufacturing excellence, process improvements, and support new product introductions.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Lead a small team of interns within a manufacturing team
  • Apply basic knowledge of electronic components (resistors, capacitors, inductors, microcontrollers) in daily tasks
  • Design test circuits to meet product assembly and testing requirements
  • Develop and refine manufacturing methods to reduce waste and increase output
  • Plan, manage and execute projects to ensure timely delivery
  • Collaborate with the new Product Development (NPD) team to understand product roadmaps and allocate resources accordingly
  • Produce documentation in line with BURN product development stage gate process, for example, forecast figures, product build studies, TAKT time calculations, line balancing, line design, CAPEX management, sourcing and tracking of assembly line items, product packaging, process flow definition.
  • Work with the Engineering Design team to develop jigs, fixtures, QC gauges, and assembly/process work instructions.
  • Collaborate with the Tooling department to develop tooling setup sheets
  • Partner with production and quality departments to identify and implement continuous improvements, including line balancing and headcount reduction.
  • Perform any other duties assigned by management.
Skills and Experience
  • Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (essential)
  • Practical knowledge of electronics components
  • Experience in manufacturing engineering or related field is an advantage
  • Strong project management and documentation skills
  • Ability to collaborate across departments and lead small teams
                                 Qualified Female Candidates encouraged to Apply

BURN does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, interview, meeting, processing, training, or any other fees).
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About BURN

BURN is working to create a world where cooking positively impacts all life on earth by producing the world’s most efficient biomass, liquid fuel, and electric cookstoves.

BURN is the largest vertically integrated modern cookstove company in the world, providing world-class R&D, manufacturing, and carbon offset projects from our HQ in Kenya and across 10 countries in Africa.

Our team – half of whom are women – produces and sells over 200,000 stoves per month at our solar-powered facility in Kenya.

The company was founded by CEO Peter Scott, who is recognised as the global leader in cookstove commercialisation. BURN has received recognition for its cutting-edge innovation and environmental & social impact from, among others Bloomberg New Energy Finance Award, Global Leap Awards, and Ashden International.

BURN is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to creating the best workplace in the world. Visit BURN/careers if you would like to be part of a world-class team that is committed to making positive, measurable change for people, forests, and the climate.

Industry
Consulting & Advisory
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ruiru, Kiambu, KE
Year Founded
2011
Website
burnstoves.com
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