Design Mechanical Engineer - Composites

Technical Placements; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 590,000; Full time

Job summary

Technical Placements is seeking a Design Engineer in Randburg, Gauteng to join a specialist engineering business working in advanced composites and carbon‑fibre components.

The role covers full‑cycle design from concept and CAD modelling to prototyping, FEA, documentation, and production support for high‑performance automotive, motorsport, industrial, and safety‑critical parts.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience with composites or carbon-fibre components is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of engineering processes and project workflows.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software (essential).
• Practical, action‑oriented approach with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and understand design briefs.
• Perform CAD design for manufacture on innovative engineering projects.
• Produce detailed drawings and technical documentation.
• Develop prototypes and support product testing.
• Conduct FEA analysis and interpret results.
• Create and maintain process documentation.
• Execute experimental procedures and compile reports.
• Support production process development and continuous improvement.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and provide technical solutions.
• Communicate with clients and prepare progress updates.

Skills

SolidWorks

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical/Industrial Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Full time | Technical Placements | South Africa

Posted On 2026/08/07

Job Information

Job Opening ID 332

Manufacturing

City Randburg

State/Province Gauteng

2194

Job Description

A specialist engineering business working in advanced composites and carbon‑fibre component design is seeking a Design Engineer to join their engineering and product development team.

The role involves full‑cycle design work, from concept and CAD modelling to prototyping, FEA analysis, process documentation, and production support.

Projects include high‑performance mechanical components for automotive, motorsport, industrial and safety‑critical applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret and understand design briefs.
  
• Perform CAD design for manufacture on innovative engineering projects.
  
• Produce detailed drawings and technical documentation.
  
• Develop prototypes and support product testing.
  
• Conduct FEA analysis and interpret results.
  
• Create and maintain process documentation.
  
• Execute experimental procedures and compile reports.
  
• Support production process development and continuous improvement.
  
• Troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and provide technical solutions.
  
• Communicate with clients and prepare progress updates.
  

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
  
• 5+ years’ experience in an engineering environment.
  
• Experience with composites or carbon‑fibre components (advantageous).
  
• Strong understanding of engineering processes and project workflows.
  
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar CAD software (essential).
  
• Practical, action‑oriented approach with the ability to work independently.
  
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality.
  
• Strong accountability and ownership mindset.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.