Design Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Remote work flexibility

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria seeks a creative Design Mechanical Engineer to contribute to innovative product development. You will conceptualize, design, and refine mechanical components that meet performance, aesthetic, and manufacturability requirements.

Work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and marketing to bring new products from ideation to market launch. You will prototype, test, and validate designs, perform analyses, and optimize solutions for mass production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related design-focused discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of product design and mechanical development experience.
• Expertise in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360) and associated simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials science, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative mechanical designs and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new mechanical products and systems using advanced 3D CAD modeling software.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturing.
• Conduct prototyping, testing, and validation of designs to ensure functionality and performance meet project goals.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for mass production and cost-effectiveness.
• Perform tolerance analysis, stress calculations, and other engineering analyses to ensure design integrity.
• Research and evaluate new materials, technologies, and design methodologies to enhance product innovation.

Skills

3D CAD

Tolerance analysis

Engineering analysis

DFM

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Fusion 360

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Design Mechanical Engineer to contribute to their innovative product development initiatives in Pretoria . This role focuses on conceptualizing, designing, and refining mechanical components and systems that meet specific performance, aesthetic, and manufacturing requirements. You will work closely with R&D, manufacturing, and marketing teams to bring new products from ideation to market launch. This position is ideal for a designer with a strong engineering foundation, passionate about creating functional and elegant solutions, and who thrives in a forward-thinking environment dedicated to technological advancement.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new mechanical products and systems using advanced 3D CAD modeling software.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOM) for manufacturing.
• Conduct prototyping , testing, and validation of designs to ensure functionality and performance meet project goals.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for mass production and cost-effectiveness.
• Perform tolerance analysis, stress calculations, and other engineering analyses to ensure design integrity.
• Research and evaluate new materials, technologies, and design methodologies to enhance product innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related design-focused engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in product design and mechanical development.
• Expertise in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Fusion 360) and associated simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials science, and design for manufacturability (DFM).>
• Strong portfolio showcasing innovative mechanical designs and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working within the Gauteng technology or manufacturing sectors is preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa .
• Access to cutting-edge design tools and continuous learning opportunities.