2 x Mechanical Design Engineer

Chainlink Recruitment; Boksburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Mechanical Design Engineer in Boksburg, South Africa. The role involves designing systems for underground mining equipment using Solidworks. Candidates should have a BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent, with 2-5 years of experience and proficiency in CAD tools. Exceptional problem-solving skills and attention to detail are essential.

Benefits

Medical aid

Provident Fund

Qualifications

• 2 – 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Ability to travel periodically to remote locations.
• Knowledge of industry standards for underground mining equipment.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for mobile mining equipment using CAD tools.
• Simulate systems using software to optimize performance and reliability.
• Create and modify designs based on technical requirements.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD software

Excellent problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS Mechanical Engineering or Diploma Mechanical Engineering Technology

Tools

Solidworks

Autodesk

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary details: R35,000 Basic Salary + Medical aid and Provident Fund

Job Purpose: The Mechanical Design Engineer will work as part of a multi-disciplinary heavy equipment design engineering team to design and develop new and innovative products to solve problems faced by customers. This includes utilizing computer-aided software, specifically Solidworks, to create basic 3D layout. Drawings, and schematics of parts, assemblies, and technical renderings. Responsibilities include customer visits, problem definition, concept development, cross-functional reviews, component selection and detailed design, system prototyping and validation, production design release, manufacturing support, and support of field personnel.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical systems for underground mobile mining equipment using software tools such as Solidworks or Autodesk to create 3D layouts, drawings and schematics of parts, assemblies and technical renderings
• Simulate systems using software tools such as Solidworks, Autodesk to optimize the performance, reliability and safety of products.
• Create and modify mechanical design s using CAD-based tools.

Qualifications/Experience

• BS Mechanical Engineering or Diploma Mechanical Engineering Technology, or C.Eng Tech.
• 2 – 5 Years of experience in similar role
• The incumbent may be required to travel periodically, occasionally to remote locations.
• Proficiency in CAD software and simulation tools.
• Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of material selection, manufacturing processes and cost considerations
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and assemblies.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to mechanical systems for underground mining equipment.