Launch Your Engineering Career with a Dynamic Manufacturing Leader

Are you a recently qualified mechatronic engineer eager to make a real impact in high-volume manufacturing? Bowler Packaging is seeking a talented Graduate Mechatronic Engineer to join our growing team and help shape the future of packaging automation.

About the Role

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious engineering graduate to work on live production systems in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment. You’ll be delivering diverse engineering projects from initial concept through to full implementation, gaining hands-on experience across the complete project lifecycle.

As a Graduate Mechatronic Engineer at Bowler Packaging, you’ll develop and integrate cutting-edge automation systems, including PLC/HMI programming, machine vision, SCADA systems, and sophisticated data analytics platforms. You’ll work on machine builds and upgrades, combining electrical, mechanical, and control systems to create innovative solutions for complex manufacturing challenges.

Your responsibilities will span the full spectrum of modern manufacturing engineering—from implementing engineering standards and documentation to delivering reliability projects focused on predictive maintenance approaches. You’ll troubleshoot intricate production issues, collaborate cross-functionally with diverse teams, and produce high-quality engineering work with meticulous attention to detail, all while maintaining focus under real production pressures and time-sensitive conditions.

What Makes Bowler Packaging Special

Join a company that works on live production in a high-volume manufacturing environment where your projects have direct, meaningful impact. We operate across a depth of scope, from hands-on, in-house development to turnkey OEM integration, giving you exposure to every aspect of manufacturing engineering.

You’ll own projects end-to-end, from concept through development, commissioning, operation, and continuous improvement. Our flat, accessible organizational structure means direct interaction with operators and senior leadership alike. We work across the spectrum of manufacturing engineering, including machines, automation, software, infrastructure, and systems. Importantly, we back good ideas and actively invest in new technology.

Who You Are

We’re looking for candidates with a degree in Mechatronic Engineering (preferred), though engineering degrees in related fields will be considered where candidates can demonstrate cross-disciplinary capability. Candidates with a Diploma in Mechatronics who possess exceptional technical capability and proven project experience are also encouraged to apply.

While not required, beneficial skills include experience with automation and control systems (PLC/HMI, motion control, fieldbuses, SCADA), CAD and machine engineering tools (Inventor, iLogic, simulation, AutoCAD Electrical), software and data technologies (Python, Pandas, Git, APIs, web frameworks), machine vision and ML (OpenCV, Jetson, applied models), and robotics (industrial robots, frameworks like Isaac and ROS2).

How to Apply

Ready to start your engineering career with a company that values innovation, invests in technology, and offers genuine opportunities for growth? Send your CV and a brief cover letter to recruitment@bowler.co.za with the subject line: Graduate Mechatronic Engineer Application – Bowler Packaging.

Don’t miss this chance to join a team where your ideas matter, your projects have real impact, and your career development is a priority. We’re excited to hear from passionate engineers ready to make their mark in manufacturing automation!