Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Reference: NES027564-Wes-1

Mechanical Design Engineer

Design Equipment That Changes an Industry

Most engineering roles ask you to maintain systems.
This one asks you to redefine them.
Our client is a recognized engineering innovator that has spent decades developing specialized equipment and technologies for some of the most demanding industrial environments in the world. Their success has been built on solving complex engineering challenges challenging conventional thinking and delivering practical solutions that create measurable operational impact.
As they continue to expand their product offering and drive innovation they are seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to help shape the next generation of engineered equipment and systems.
This opportunity is not for someone seeking routine design work.
It is for the engineer who still gets excited by difficult technical problems.
The engineer who questions why something has always been done a certain way.
The engineer whose designs move beyond CAD models and become real-world solutions operating in tough environments where reliability safety and efficiency matter.

Duties & Responsibilities

What Youll Be Doing

• Leading the mechanical design and development of specialized equipment and engineered solutions
• Taking concepts from idea through design prototyping testing and production
• Solving complex mechanical hydraulic and manufacturing challenges
• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams production suppliers and customers
• Driving continuous improvement and product innovation
• Mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior engineers
• Contributing to the long-term technical strategy of the business

What Were Looking For

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 10 years post-graduate mechanical design experience
• Proven experience designing heavy industrial mining hydraulic fluid power mobile equipment or capital equipment systems
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD design software
• Sound understanding of manufacturing processes materials and engineering principles
• Ability to balance innovation with practical commercially viable design solutions
• A demonstrated track record of solving complex engineering challenges

The Type of Engineer Who Will Thrive Here

You are naturally curious.
You enjoy designing equipment that has never existed before.
You understand that great engineering is achieved in workshops test facilities and operational environments not only behind a computer screen.
You are comfortable taking ownership making critical decisions and being accountable for results.
Most importantly you want your work to make a meaningful impact.

Whats On Offer

• The opportunity to work on highly specialized engineering projects
• Exposure to innovative technologies and advanced equipment development
• A collaborative environment where engineering excellence is valued
• The ability to influence products from concept through to implementation
• A business where technical expertise drives strategic decisions
• The chance to leave a lasting engineering legacy

The best engineers dont simply design machines. They solve problems others havent solved yet.
If youre ready to challenge yourself and contribute to groundbreaking engineering projects wed like to hear from you.
Please send your CV to
If you have not received feedback within 14 days of your application please consider your application unsuccessful.

Package & Remuneration

R 900000 - R- Annually

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1