Automation Mechanical Design Engineer (Hybrid)

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for Queenstown, SA, focusing on automation systems and robotics. You will drive concepts to detailed mechanical designs, collaborate with electrical/controls teams, and support production and testing.

The role demands a degree in mechanical engineering and 3–5 years of design experience with CAD tools. Hybrid work is offered to balance collaboration and remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical design and development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and experience with basic CAE/FEA tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for industrial automation using 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Create BOMs and detailed assembly instructions.
• Perform mechanical calculations and simulations to verify design integrity.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls engineers for integrated solutions.
• Work with manufacturing to optimize for cost-effective production and ease of assembly.
• Conduct design reviews and implement improvements based on testing.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during prototype development and field deployment.
• Research new technologies and materials to enhance performance.
• Develop technical documentation and user manuals.
• Contribute to continuous design process improvements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Robotics

Mechatronics

Reading drawings

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

FEA/CAE tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer for Queenstown, SA, focusing on automation systems and robotics. You will drive concepts to detailed mechanical designs, collaborate with electrical/controls teams, and support production and testing.

The role demands a degree in mechanical engineering and 3–5 years of design experience with CAD tools. Hybrid work is offered to balance collaboration and remote work.