Mechanical Engineer (Designer) JHB
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Job Location:
Johannesburg - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Duties & Responsibilities
ENVIRONMENT:
A Randburg-based independent engineering firm is hiring a Mechanical Engineer (Designer) to join their growing team. This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running enjoys problem solving and thrives in a collaborative team environment. You will play a key role in designing modeling and developing solutions in SolidWorks while also supporting project management activities. They specialize in materials handling equipment and heavy steel design with a diverse client base. Their strength lies in handling large assemblies and complex data management using SolidWorks and PDM. This position offers significant growth potential into client-facing responsibilities project leadership and eventually taking ownership of managing both projects and client relationships.
DUTIES:
- Create and develop detailed SolidWorks CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
- Work with the engineering team to solve mechanical and structural design challenges.
- Assist in setting up project requirements scopes and schedules.
- Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure designs meet technical manufacturing and client requirements.
- Support project management tasks including delegation tracking and reporting.
- Participate in site visits installations and commissioning when required.
- Contribute to continuous improvement in design workflows CAD standards and data management in PDM.
- Be eager to grow into client-facing responsibilities: gathering requirements managing projects and leading a team.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
- 24 years experience in mechanical design preferably in heavy steel or materials handling.
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (assemblies sheet metal weldments).
- Experience with PDM or similar data management systems.
- Exposure to structural or mechanical analysis (FEA empirical methods) is an advantage.
- Hands-on experience with fabricated steel structures or mining/logistics machinery is a plus.
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Teams).
ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a strong desire to learn.
While we would really like to respond to every application should you not be contacted for this position within 10 working days please consider your application unsuccessful.
COMMENTS:
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Desired Experience & Qualification
Key Skills
- Mechanical Design
- GD&T
- CAD
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Creo
- SolidWorks
- Drafting
- Mechanical Engineering
- Autocad
- HVAC Design
- Catia
- Autodesk Inventor
