OEM Integration Specialist

Main Purpose of the Job
The OEM Integration Specialist is responsible for coordinating and managing the integration of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) components and systems into the company’s electronic manufacturing processes. This role ensures that OEM products are seamlessly incorporated into product designs, maintaining quality, performance, and compliance standards. Technically audit, inspect and maintain Booyco engineering specifications and standards on clients and OEM installations, to test and verify new hardware and software specifications at OEM’s, including supporting technical documentation, to perform and record customer technology demonstrations and testing. Compiling of Test proposals and final test reports as and when required.

Education, experience and competencies

• Matric and tertiary qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation technology or similar
• 3-5 years of experience in OEM integration, electronic manufacturing, product development, mining support, field services, systems integration
• Knowledge of IoT and smart electronics integration (advantage)
• Strong understanding of electronic components, PCB design, embedded systems, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

Create OEM Integration:

• Assess, select, and integrate OEM components and systems into company products.
• Work with engineering teams to ensure compatibility and functionality.
• Research, diagnose, troubleshoot and identify solutions to resolve integration issues.
• Investigate and resolve OEM interface issues with products.
• Complete DFMEA on new product developments.

Technical Liaison:

• Act as the primary technical point of contact between the company and OEM suppliers, addressing integration challenges and providing technical support.

Project Management:

• Lead and support OEM integration projects, ensuring timely execution, risk mitigation, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.

Testing & Validation:

• Develop and execute test plans to verify the performance, reliability, and compliance of integrated OEM components.

Compliance & Documentation:

• Ensure that all OEM components meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality specifications. Maintain accurate documentation of integration processes and test results.
• Document all product related test results, technical issues found and recommendations to resolve issues and improve product offerings.
• Conduct new product testing and verification for conformance of scope of work with required technical documentation.
• Writing of test proposals and reports for clients.
• Hardware and Software testing and reporting at OEM’s.
• Compile Data Packs on installed and tested equipment at OEM’s
• Record all product related test information.
• Report on these and highlighted specific areas of concern.

Process Optimization:

• Identify and implement best practices for OEM integration, improving efficiency and reducing costs without compromising quality.

Stakeholder Coordination:

• Work closely with procurement and supply chain teams to evaluate OEM suppliers, negotiate terms, and establish long-term partnerships.
• Provide prompt and accurate feedback and support internal and external clients.
• Technology demonstrations for national and international clients
• Technical site audits with full detailed report.
• Provide prompt and accurate feedback and support in time to all key stakeholders.

Training & Support:

• Provide training and technical support to internal teams on OEM product specifications, integration procedures, and troubleshooting techniques.