Engineering Data Controller (RE-ADVERTISE)
Engineering Data Controller (RE-ADVERTISE)
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Engineering Data Controller (RE-ADVERTISE)
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidattes to fill the Engineering Data Controller position in the Engineering Operations Department - Product Development (Kariega)
Brief Role 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 VWSA/VWAG worldwide standards... Also to represent VWGA at VW Group forums for MBT/ TI Synchro / KVS / TI-REX / COPS / CoRe/Connect etc. and interact with VW Group counterparts, negotiate and enforce VW Group requirements and create and maintain the Bill of Materials, MBT and Connect for various projects.
Possible Tasks within this Role
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 VWGA 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 for “Stuecklistekontrollwagen” builds.
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.
Experience needed
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in data management, Bill of Materials (BOM) management and MBT (technical rules) in the automotive industry. |
Qualification requirements
National Diploma or degree in Engineering, Logistics, IT/ Data, Supply Chain, Business Management or Social Sciences and Humanities.
Essentials
- 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
Added Advantage
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Note:
Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications to be considered for this position
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 11th February 2026. All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan
Applications are invited from suitably qualified & experienced candidattes to fill the Engineering Data Controller position in the Engineering Operations Department - Product Development (Kariega)
Brief Role 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 VWSA/VWAG worldwide standards... Also to represent VWGA at VW Group forums for MBT/ TI Synchro / KVS / TI-REX / COPS / CoRe/Connect etc. and interact with VW Group counterparts, negotiate and enforce VW Group requirements and create and maintain the Bill of Materials, MBT and Connect for various projects.
Possible Tasks within this Role
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 VWGA 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 for “Stuecklistekontrollwagen” builds.
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.
Experience needed
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Minimum of 5 years’ experience in data management, Bill of Materials (BOM) management and MBT (technical rules) in the automotive industry. |
Qualification requirements
National Diploma or degree in Engineering, Logistics, IT/ Data, Supply Chain, Business Management or Social Sciences and Humanities.
Essentials
- 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
Added Advantage
|
Note:
Please ensure that you upload a certified copy of your ID and Qualifications to be considered for this position
At Volkswagen, we value an inclusive and diverse culture. We offer a trustworthy environment because we live up to our corporate values, Respect/Integrity/Excellence/One Team. Applications must be submitted via the online system by no later than 11th February 2026. All queries can be raised with Bahieya Dolley , e-mail ssf.recruitment.vwsa.r.uit@vwsa.co.za
Volkswagen Group Africa is committed to developing all its employees, and to provide equal opportunity to those with disabilities or from previously disadvantaged groups, in line with our Transformation goals and Employment Equity Plan
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