Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Willows (CA); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Medical aid or retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development

Supportive work environment

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Welkom seeks a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to the design and development of robust mechanical products. You will work from concept to production, collaborating with manufacturing, R&D, and quality assurance to ensure performance and reliability.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of design experience, and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor) with GD&T knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or Inventor) and familiarity with FEA tools.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate technical information clearly.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using CAD, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and BOMs for production.
• Perform engineering calculations, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, and tolerance analysis.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to resolve production issues and optimize designs.
• Conduct prototype testing and validation, documenting results and recommending improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional product development meetings to ensure alignment and achieve project goals.

Connaissances

3D CAD

FEA tools

GD&T

Materials & processes

Team communication

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Outils

SolidWorks

Inventor

FEA software

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join their established team based in Welkom. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design and development of innovative mechanical products and systems. You will be an integral part of the engineering department, working on projects from conception through to production. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in mechanical principles, proficiency in CAD software, and a passion for creating robust and efficient designs. This role requires close collaboration with manufacturing, R&D, and quality assurance teams to bring new concepts to fruition, ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software, ensuring manufacturability and cost-effectiveness.
• Create detailed technical drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for production.
• Perform engineering calculations, including stress analysis, thermal analysis, and tolerance analysis.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing team to resolve production issues and optimize designs.
• Conduct prototype testing and validation, documenting results and recommending improvements.
• Participate in cross-functional product development meetings to ensure alignment and achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and familiarity with FEA tools.
• Strong understanding of materials, manufacturing processes (machining, injection molding, etc.), and GD&T.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment and communicate technical information clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave allowance.
• Opportunities for professional development and further training.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a respected engineering firm.