Job title : Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : October 29, 2025
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Job Description
An industry leader in the design and manufacture of modular industrial solutions is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, CAD design, and hands-on engineering. This is a career-defining opportunity to work on cutting-edge, custom-built mechanical systems for clients across the mining, power generation, and manufacturing sectors.What You’ll Be Doing :
Full lifecycle mechanical design – from concept to manufacturing3D modelling, detailing, and preparing production-ready drawingsEngineering calculations : FEA, heat loss, fluid flow, material strengthClient proposal development – including renders and conceptual designsProject management : budgeting, scheduling (Gantt), and client communicationProducing detailed documentation and working closely with manufacturing teamsWhat We’re Looking For :
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or equivalent)2–5 years of experience in a design and manufacturing environmentStrong experience with Autodesk Inventor & Vault (SolidWorks also valuable)Solid understanding of :
Mechanical design principles and manufacturing cost implicationsSheet metal fabrication and industrial component designWelding, NDT, and applicable specificationsAttention to detail, ability to self-manage, and deliver under pressureStrong communication skills in English (professional) and Afrikaans (conversational)Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)Ideal Background :
Hands-on experience in any of the following fields is highly advantageous :Custom-built fabricationMining equipment designContainer-based solutions (e.g., substations, genset enclosures, E-houses)HVAC, power generation, or hydraulicsModular skid systems and industrial enclosuresEngineering / Technical jobs