Design Engineer - Structural & Mining Conveyors (Travel)

Recruitpro Solutions; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitpro Solutions is seeking a Design Engineer with a structural/mechanical background to join its African engineering team. The role focuses on concept and detailed design of structures and conveyors using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Ansys and Rocky, while supporting sales with technically sound bid proposals.

You will manage projects from estimation through to design, with travel across Africa. A PrEng registration and mining/materials handling exposure are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• PrEng registration is non negotiable.
• Experience in a projects environment is essential.
• Advanced SolidWorks 3D CAD and AutoCAD skills are essential, including SolidWorks File/Data Management.
• Experience with Ansys (FEA) and Rocky (DEM).
• Experience in conveyor design and knowledge of conveyor design codes.
• Mining and materials handling background is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Concept and detailed design and evaluation of structures, conveyors and related equipment using 2D and 3D CAD software.
• Provide technical support to the sales team so that bid proposals are technically correct and commercially viable
• Manage major and minor engineering projects from estimation to contract negotiation and design
• Research feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanical systems
• Investigate mechanical failures and maintenance at mine sites in Africa
• Produce fabrication drawings and BOMs from sketches and client briefs
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, monitor and cost-control assigned projects
• Engage and negotiate with sub-vendors throughout the project
• Monitor compliance with codes, QA/QC policies, standards and specifications
• Liaise with clients to interpret specifications and requirements

Skills

Project management

Technical reporting

Cost estimation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

PrEng registration

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Ansys

Rocky

DraftSight

Job description

Recruitpro Solutions is seeking a Design Engineer with a structural/mechanical background to join its African engineering team. The role focuses on concept and detailed design of structures and conveyors using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Ansys and Rocky, while supporting sales with technically sound bid proposals.

You will manage projects from estimation through to design, with travel across Africa. A PrEng registration and mining/materials handling exposure are highly valued.