Automotive Mechanical Engineer: Design, Test & Innovate

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Modern engineering labs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an automotive mechanical engineer for a Durban-based role focused on design, development, and testing of components and systems. You will contribute to performance, efficiency, and reliability in state-of-the-art facilities, working closely with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automotive mechanical design, strong CAD/FEA skills (SolidWorks/CATIA; ANSYS/ABAQUS), and a solid grasp of materials, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics as they apply to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in automotive mechanical design and development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, ABAQUS).
• Solid understanding of material science, thermodynamics, and fluid dynamics relevant to automotive systems.
• Experience with vehicle testing procedures and data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications, ensuring performance and durability.
• Conduct structural analysis, simulations, and stress testing on designed components using FEA tools.
• Oversee the prototyping and manufacturing processes for new automotive parts and assemblies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers and production specialists, to ensure integrated system functionality.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues identified during testing and validation phases.
• Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and presentations for project stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

ANSYS

ABAQUS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an automotive mechanical engineer for a Durban-based role focused on design, development, and testing of components and systems. You will contribute to performance, efficiency, and reliability in state-of-the-art facilities, working closely with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in automotive mechanical design, strong CAD/FEA skills (SolidWorks/CATIA; ANSYS/ABAQUS), and a solid grasp of materials, thermodynamics and fluid dynamics as they apply to