Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Machinery Design

Placements24; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Standard annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Mechanical Engineer for its Upington project team to design and develop industrial machinery from concept to prototype and production support.

You will apply CAD tools, perform stress and dynamics considerations, collaborate with electrical/software teams, and ensure safety and quality across the design lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of mechanical design experience in industrial machinery.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, AutoCAD).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for new industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and BOMs for manufacturing.
• Perform stress and load calculations for machine components.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing personnel.
• Assist in assembly, testing, and commissioning of prototype machinery.
• Recommend improvements to existing designs to enhance performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure designs comply with safety standards and industry practices.
• Support manufacturing with technical queries and design clarifications.
• Contribute to documentation and design standards.
• Stay updated on new technologies in industrial machinery design.

Skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SOLIDWORKS

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer of specialized industrial machinery, is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to join their design and development team in Upington, Northern Cape . This role is crucial for the design, engineering, and ongoing improvement of complex machinery used across various industrial sectors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in mechanical engineering principles, practical experience with CAD software, and a keen understanding of machine design, kinematics, and dynamics. You will be involved in the entire product development lifecycle, from concept generation and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer to contribute to innovative machinery solutions in a growing industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for new industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Create detailed technical drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing.
• Perform calculations and analyses related to stress, strain, load, and material selection for machine components.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing personnel to integrate mechanical systems.
• Assist in the assembly, testing, and commissioning of prototype machinery, troubleshooting any mechanical issues.
• Conduct research and recommend improvements to existing machine designs to enhance performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant safety standards and industry best practices for industrial machinery.
• Support the manufacturing team with technical queries and design clarifications in Upington .
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of technical documentation and design standards.
• Stay updated on new technologies and trends in industrial machinery design and manufacturing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably with industrial machinery or capital equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, AutoCAD) is essential.
• Solid understanding of mechanical principles, machine design elements (gears, bearings, linkages), statics, dynamics, and material science.
• Experience with basic engineering analysis (e.g., hand calculations for stress and load).
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to producing high-quality designs.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, and assembly is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with benefits including medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• This role provides opportunities for professional growth and hands-on experience in the design of specialized industrial equipment.
• Employees benefit from a supportive work environment and the chance to contribute to the development of innovative machinery in Upington, Northern Cape .
• Standard annual leave and potential for performance incentives are also provided.