Automotive Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Access to advanced engineering tools

Collaborative engineering environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join its R&D team in Vereeniging. You will design, develop, and test automotive components and systems to enhance performance, efficiency, and durability.

The role involves simulations, prototype testing, data analysis, and close collaboration with manufacturing, testing, and QA teams to drive innovative vehicle technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of material properties, stress analysis, and thermodynamics relevant to automotive systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications using CAD software.
• Conduct simulations and perform rigorous testing of prototypes to validate designs and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze test data and performance metrics to refine designs and optimize system efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance, throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations on design progress and findings.
• Stay current with advancements in automotive engineering, materials science, and manufacturing technologies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and innovative Automotive Mechanical Engineer to join their research and development team based in Vereeniging . This role is instrumental in designing, developing, and testing new automotive components and systems. You will contribute to cutting-edge projects, leveraging your engineering expertise to enhance vehicle performance, efficiency, and durability. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive engineer passionate about automotive technology to work within a dynamic R&D environment in the heart of Gauteng , driving the future of vehicle engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications using CAD software.
• Conduct simulations and perform rigorous testing of prototypes to validate designs and identify areas for improvement.
• Analyze test data and performance metrics to refine designs and optimize system efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance, throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations on design progress and findings.
• Stay current with advancements in automotive engineering, materials science, and manufacturing technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proven experience in automotive component design and development, including practical application of engineering principles.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of material properties, stress analysis, and thermodynamics relevant to automotive systems.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced research and development setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative automotive technologies and shape future vehicle designs.
• Access to advanced engineering tools and simulation software.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A stimulating and collaborative engineering environment.