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Graduate Mechanical Project Engineer


Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Yearly Salary: ZAR 300000 - 300000
Posted: 29 September 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Reference: NES028246-Wes-1


Graduate Mechanical Project Engineer

What if your first engineering role wasnt about maintaining systems... but helping build them

Some engineers spend years waiting for the opportunity to make a real impact.
Others start from day one.
Were looking for ambitious Graduate Mechanical Engineers who want more than a desk-bound design role. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering project execution and innovation within a highly specialised industry that plays a critical role in sustainable infrastructure and industrial development.
You will be exposed to real-world engineering projects collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and gain hands-on experience in the delivery of complex mechanical systems from concept through to commissioning.
Duties & Responsibilities
What Youll Be Involved In:
  • Assisting with the design planning and execution of engineering projects
  • Supporting project managers and senior engineers throughout project lifecycles
  • Coordinating technical information between clients suppliers and project teams
  • Monitoring project schedules budgets and deliverables
  • Participating in site visits inspections and commissioning activities
  • Preparing technical reports documentation and project updates
  • Driving continuous improvement and engineering excellence across projects
Minimum Requirements:
  • BEng or BSc Mechanical Engineering
  • Recent graduate or up to 2 years of engineering experience
  • Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and within project teams
  • A willingness to travel to project sites when required
  • Valid drivers licence advantageous
What Were Looking For:
We want engineers who ask questions.
Engineers who enjoy solving problems that dont have textbook answers.
Engineers who want exposure to projects clients suppliers and real operational environments instead of waiting years for responsibility to come their way.
If youre motivated by learning growth and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful engineering projects wed like to hear from you.
Apply today by sending your CV to:

If you have not received feedback within 14 days of your application please consider your application unsuccessful.
Package & Remuneration
R 300000 - R 400000 - Annually

Required Experience:

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