Junior Mechanical Engineer
Start your engineering career where mechanical design meets automation
Our client is a growing engineering company delivering automation, system integration and machine refurbishment solutions to industry. They are looking for a graduate or junior Mechanical Engineer who enjoys both hands-on work and careful technical planning, to join their team in Johannesburg.
The role
You will support engineering projects from mechanical assessment through to implementation, working across PLC programming, industrial automation and system integration. You will also contribute to mechanical design and drafting, help refurbish and improve existing machines, and play a part in documentation and operator training. This is a hands-on role in a small team, so you will gain broad exposure, including factory design, project planning and project management.
Key responsibilities
- Contribute to PLC programming, industrial automation and system integration projects
- Assess machines mechanically and support refurbishment through design input and practical implementation
- Assist with mechanical design, drafting and refinement of engineering solutions
- Support commissioning and troubleshoot mechanical and control issues
- Create technical documentation, user manuals and setup guides, and train operators
- Take part in project planning and coordination
Minimum requirements
- BEng in Mechanical Engineering (graduate or up to 2 years’ experience)
- Exposure to PLC programming and industrial automation, through work, internships or projects
- Mechanical design and drafting skills
- Comfortable working hands-on in a workshop or factory environment
- Calm, practical and detail-oriented, able to work well under pressure in a fast-paced setting
- Own transport and a valid driver’s licence
Advantageous
- Mechatronics background, or control systems and system integration exposure
- Programming skills such as Python or Java
- Experience with Ansys or similar engineering software
- Machine refurbishment or practical build experience
- Interest in registering with ECSA