Automotive Mechanical Design Engineer - Tembisa

Placements24; Sudáfrica; Presencial; ZAR 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive remuneration

Dynamic work environment

Exposure to cutting-edge automotive R&

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Mechanical Design Engineer for on‑site work in Tembisa, Gauteng, South Africa. The role focuses on translating concepts into detailed drawings and specifications for vehicle components, collaborating with manufacturing and R&D teams to optimize designs for production.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years’ experience in automotive mechanical design, strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks/CATIA/AutoCAD), and familiarity with FEA tools (ANSYS/ABAQUS).

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of mechanical design experience in the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD).
• Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, ABAQUS).
• Strong GD&T knowledge and understanding of materials and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for automotive applications using CAD software.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs.
• Perform stress/thermal analyses and simulations to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure cost-effectiveness and producibility.
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback to optimize performance and durability.
• Investigate and resolve design issues during prototype development and production.
• Research and recommend new materials, technologies, and processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Conocimientos

5+ years experience

3D CAD

FEA

GD&T

Automotive

Communication

Educación

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

SolidWorks

CATIA

AutoCAD

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a prominent player in the automotive manufacturing industry, is seeking a talented Automotive Mechanical Design Engineer to join their operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. This role is essential for the design, development, and refinement of mechanical components and systems within vehicles. The engineer will be responsible for translating conceptual designs into detailed engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring compliance with performance, durability, and aesthetic requirements. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the creation of innovative automotive solutions, working on projects that span across various vehicle segments. We are looking for a meticulous and creative individual with a strong understanding of mechanical principles and a passion for automotive engineering. The successful candidate will work closely with manufacturing and R&D teams to ensure designs are optimized for production and meet the highest quality standards. This position offers hands‑on experience with the latest design tools and manufacturing processes, contributing significantly to the company's product line.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for automotive applications using CAD software.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Perform stress analysis, thermal analysis, and other simulations to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are cost-effective, producible, and meet quality standards.
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback to optimize component performance and durability.
• Investigate and resolve mechanical design issues encountered during prototype development and production.
• Research and recommend new materials, technologies, and manufacturing processes.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant industry standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design, specifically within the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS).
• Strong understanding of material science, manufacturing processes, and automotive systems.
• Excellent knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Benefits

This contracting role offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience. Our client provides a dynamic work environment in Tembisa, Gauteng, with opportunities to engage with cutting‑edge automotive projects. While this is a contract position, it offers significant exposure to industry best practices and potential for future engagements. The role requires a dedicated professional ready to contribute immediately to impactful engineering challenges. Employees will have access to company facilities and will be part of a collaborative and innovative team.