Design Engineer / Operations Manager

Prostaff Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead design efforts in the bodybuilder manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate will have a B Eng degree, extensive experience, and strong proficiency in SolidWorks, alongside the ability to manage people and processes effectively. Offering a strategic approach, this role is pivotal in shaping mechanical design solutions from concept to completion.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering is essential.
• 5 years of design experience required.
• Understanding of strategic mindset and market insight.

Responsibilities

• Create sound mechanical designs from concept to detail.
• Manage technical department effectively.
• Oversee people and processes.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Spatial Insight

People Management

Process Management

Ability to create designs

Education

B Eng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role : A tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering (B Eng) is essential for this role.

Previous design experience 5 years, as well as managing a technical department, preferably in the bodybuilder design and manufacturing industry (CIT, Military vehicles, Body Builders).

Ability to create sound mechanical designs, from concept through to detail design.

Must have mechanical and spatial insight.

Must be proficient in SolidWorks.

Must be able to manage people and processes.

The successful candidate must have market insight and a strategic mindset.