Design Engineer

Tyron Consultancy; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions company seeks a committed Design Engineer in Pretoria. This role offers dynamic international project exposure, focusing on cutting-edge solutions in mining and industrial environments. Ideal candidates are young professionals or mid-level engineers with a strong technical background and willingness to travel extensively. Work with a collaborative team and enjoy structured rotations with travel and accommodation costs covered.

Benefits

Travel and accommodation costs covered

Structured time-off rotations

Excellent exposure to global projects

Qualifications

• Min 3–5 years’ experience in heavy industrial systems.
• Ability to work independently in international settings.
• Valid passport & driver’s licence required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design and detailing of solutions for global clients.
• Create and manage technical documentation and specifications.
• Conduct site assessments for design validation.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Engineering design

Verbal and written communication

Education

BEng/BSc – Mechanical or equivalent

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Design Engineer position available in Pretoria, Gauteng.

A highly reputable, forward-thinking engineering solutions company is seeking a committed and dynamic Design Engineer (young professionals or mid-level engineers) to join their growing international team.

This is a rare opportunity for an engineering professional looking to grow into a global role with exposure to diverse mining and industrial environments.

The successful candidate will be based at the company’s Pretoria office but must be willing to travel extensively for extended project periods across international sites.

Ideal for young professionals or mid-level engineers seeking technical depth and international growth.
Exciting career opportunity with long-term growth in international projects.

Work on cutting-edge engineering solutions for concentrator plants.

Ideal for individuals who value a strong, engineering-focused company culture and have the confidence to work independently in foreign environments.

Travel and accommodation costs covered, with structured time-off rotations.

Excellent exposure to global project work and plant design.

Collaborative environment with a strong engineering-first culture.

Work with a dynamic team on bespoke solutions in high-impact engineering projects.

Area: Based in Pretoria with long-term international project travel (Africa, the Middle East, Asia, or Europe, depending on project pipeline).

Industry: Engineering Design & Project Implementation – Concentrator Plants.

Start Date: Proposed July / August on boarding TBC.

Travel: Frequent international projects (3 months+ per assignment).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in the design, development, and detailing of engineered solutions for global clients
• Create and manage technical documentation, drawings, and design specifications
• Liaise with the project engineering teams, vendors, and clients across multiple geographies
• Support the project lifecycle from concept through to fabrication, installation, and commissioning
• Conduct on-site assessments and measurements for design validation and modifications
• Ensure compliance with international design codes, project standards, and client requirements
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on energy systems, process plants, and mechanical installations
• Provide engineering input to procurement, manufacturing, and construction teams

Technical Competencies & Advantages:

Candidates with exposure to Concentrator Plant Equipment will be strongly considered:

• Mills (SAG/Ball)
• Thickeners
• Flotation Cells
• Crushers (Jaw, Cone, Gyratory)
• Material handling systems
• Piping and process flow diagrams (PFDs, P&IDs)
• Structural steel and mechanical design in plant environments

Requirements:

• Relevant Engineering Qualification (BEng/BSc – Mechanical or equivalent).
• Min 3–5 years’ experience in the design, development or implementation of heavy industrial, capital-intensive systems or plants.
• Familiarity with project environments in mining, heavy industry, industrial manufacturing / automation, mechanical systems will be an advantage.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally (Africa, the Middle East, Asia, or Europe, depending on project pipeline ) for periods of up to 3 months at a time.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Fluent in English with excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid passport & driver’s licence.
• Comfortable working independently on remote sites with multi-national project teams.