Junior Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Newlands; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

On-the-job training

Mentorship

Career advancement

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join our client’s team in Queenstown. This on-site, entry-level role offers hands-on experience across the product development lifecycle, from design support to testing and documentation.

Recent graduates will gain mentorship and exposure to diverse engineering projects within a collaborative environment. The role emphasizes learning, practical skill-building, and contribution to meaningful projects under experienced engineers, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Zero to two years of experience in mechanical engineering or internships.
• Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Create and modify CAD models and drawings according to project requirements.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Participate in prototype assembly and testing, collecting and analyzing data.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses as directed.
• Provide general engineering support to the mechanical team as needed.

Skills

CAD experience

Communication

Teamwork

Eagerness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Queenstown . This entry-level position provides an excellent opportunity to develop practical engineering skills under the guidance of experienced professionals. You will be involved in various stages of the product development lifecycle, from design support to testing and documentation. This is an on-site role, perfect for a recent graduate eager to gain hands-on experience and contribute to meaningful engineering projects. Join a company that values learning and growth within the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Create and modify CAD models and drawings according to project requirements.
• Support the preparation of technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Participate in prototype assembly and testing, collecting and analyzing data.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analyses as directed.
• Provide general engineering support to the mechanical team as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• Zero to two years of experience in mechanical engineering or internships.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and engineering fundamentals.
• Eagerness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive starting salary and benefits package.
• On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers in Queenstown .
• Opportunities for career advancement within the company.
• Exposure to a variety of engineering projects and technologies.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.