Design Engineering Manager
Pretoria - South Africa
Job Summary
Reference: NES026048-Wes-1
Design Engineering Manager
Location: Pretoria
Join a respected engineering leader at the forefront of innovative solutions for the mining industry. This opportunity is ideal for a driven and technically strong Design Engineering Manager who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineered products from concept through to completion.
This role offers the chance to lead critical design initiatives influence product development and play a key role in shaping engineering excellence within a specialised manufacturing environment.
Design Engineering Manager
Location: Pretoria
Join a respected engineering leader at the forefront of innovative solutions for the mining industry. This opportunity is ideal for a driven and technically strong Design Engineering Manager who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineered products from concept through to completion.
This role offers the chance to lead critical design initiatives influence product development and play a key role in shaping engineering excellence within a specialised manufacturing environment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Market-related and aligned with experience
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact lead innovation and grow within a specialized engineering environment we encourage you to apply.
Send your CV to
If you do not receive feedback within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Lead and manage all engineering and design activities across the business
- Take full ownership of equipment design validation ensuring quality accuracy and performance
- Drive research and development initiatives to enhance existing products and introduce new solutions
- Oversee and approve production drawings ensuring alignment with project and manufacturing requirements
- Compile and present technical tenders with a high level of professionalism
- Engage directly with clients through site visits technical discussions and solution development
- Develop detailed Bills of Materials and product specifications
- Spearhead new product and component development projects
- Plan track and deliver projects using structured timelines and Gantt charts
- Mentor guide and support engineering team members to achieve performance excellence
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve products processes and engineering outcomes
- BSc Mechanical Engineering (or higher)
- 510 years experience within a design engineering role in manufacturing mining or heavy engineering
- Strong expertise in FEA with hands-on experience using Ansys
- Proficient in SolidWorks for detailed design work
- Proven experience in analyzing components and full assemblies using finite element methods
- Strong project management organizational and administrative skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Valid South African drivers license and reliable transport
- High attention to detail with a commitment to engineering excellence
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Self-motivated accountable and results-driven
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Market-related and aligned with experience
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact lead innovation and grow within a specialized engineering environment we encourage you to apply.
Send your CV to
If you do not receive feedback within 14 days please consider your application unsuccessful.
Package & Remuneration
R 800000 - R- Annually
Required Experience:
Manager