Optimisation, Innovation and Excellence are the three words which most immediately characterise RULA Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd. We are an intensely entrepreneurially driven organisation.
Established in South Africa since 1970 and locally owned since 2001, we have become a major player in the bulk materials handling sector for both pneumatic and mechanical solutions.
RULA Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd offers turnkey bulk materials handling solutions from concept design to commissioning and hand over.
The cornerstones of our business are Projects, Professional Services, and In-house Products.
We are a turnkey bulk materials handling project specialist.
We develop projects for our clients from concept stage through to commissioning, and beyond to operation and maintenance.
We embrace difficult challenges and strive to find solutions where others flounder.
We rely on the diverse skill-set of our people to achieve our clients' goals.
Our in-house skills include all engineering disciplines and project resources.
Our competitive advantage lies in our wide in-house scope, meaning minimal reliance on subcontractors, quick response times, and effective feedback on our designs.The RoleYou will be responsible for : Developing of intellectual property - research and development of mechanical applications and sellable equipment that relates to bulk materials handling and the agri industryFeasibility and analytical studies and investigation of new technologies and conceptual designsProficient in stress analysis, heat transfer, design for manufacture and material strength analysisMust be able to create drawings in Solidworks, layout and detailingEnsures that designs are fit for purpose, fully reflect the client requirements, are cost effective and efficient to manufactureMust understand manufacturing practices and ensure that the drawings are produced in such a way that the boilermaker, etc.
understands the requirementsConducting technical evaluation of tenders and providing recommendations for designs, costing and technical descriptionsProject management from concept design to implementation – total turnkey projects and responsibilityReviewing and assessing operational practices on projects and plant with the view of developing better practical solutions. As well as trouble shoot problematic operating systems and propose practical and sellable solutionsProviding engineering mechanical and electronic solutions and liaising with all engineering disciplines to present a complete income-based solution that is according to the user requirements.
Independently resolve technical issues and constraints throughout the design cycleUtlising actual mathematical and engineering calculations as well as different software packages to verify optimum designs for at least flow dynamics, discreet element modelling and strength of materials.
The results of these verifications and validations to be delivered in a proper format that will form part of the design report.Preparation of material handling equipment documentation (equipment data sheets, specifications and scope of works) for obtaining prices and for procurementInformation management of all product development processes, drawings, intellectual property and documentationAssist in component sourcing and supplier selection. Liaising with suppliers or contractors to coordinate the review of drawings and documents.Liaising with third party Engineering Consultants in the development of specialised engineering solutions and equipment designOrganize personnel, suppliers and consultants to ensure timely project delivery with minimal re-workReview all documents for accuracy and completeness.Preparing progress reports and payment certificates on projectsKeep in touch with developments in the bulk materials handling and agri industrySite visits, site supervision, commissioning and inspection when requiredFollow Company proceduresIdeal ProfileYou have at least 5 years experience including solid experience in a similar role within Industrial and Utilities.
You pay strong attention to detail and deliver work that is of a high standardYou are highly goal driven and work well in fast paced environmentsYou enjoy finding creative solutions to problemsWhat's on Offer?Great financial rewardsGreat work cultureOpportunity within company with a solid track record of success