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Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Network Recruitment • Johannesburg, South Africa
1 day ago
Job description

Minimum Requirements

  • BEng Mechanical Engineering
  • 3+ years' mechanical design experience
  • Experience with heavy equipment, mining machinery, mobile equipment, or industrial machinery
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar CAD software
  • Strong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processes

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design and develop mechanical components and systems for heavy-duty equipment applications.
  • Produce detailed manufacturing drawings and 3D models.
  • Perform engineering calculations and finite element analysis where required.
  • Develop design modifications to improve equipment performance and reliability.
  • Conduct root cause analysis on equipment failures and recommend corrective solutions.
  • Liaise with production, procurement, and field service teams.
  • Ensure designs comply with international engineering standards and safety requirements.
  • Review supplier designs and manufactured components.
  • Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities.
  • Investigate opportunities for product improvement and cost reduction.
  • Assist with technical documentation and design change management.
  • Provide engineering support during equipment assembly, commissioning, and field operation.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and performance.

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Mechanical Design Engineer • Johannesburg, South Africa