Design Mechanical Engineers

Platinum Recruitment Solutions; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled mechanical designer to innovate and enhance precision parts for manufacturing. In this role, you will leverage your technical expertise to design and troubleshoot mechanical components, ensuring they meet high standards of quality and performance. Collaborating with a diverse team, you'll be responsible for selecting materials and processes, creating 2D and 3D designs, and liaising with suppliers. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects and drive improvements in product reliability and cost-effectiveness, making a significant impact in the engineering field.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical design and re-engineering for performance enhancement.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and re-engineer products to improve reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure world-class quality output.

Skills

Mechanical Skills

Technical Skills

Troubleshooting

Design Skills

Knowledge of Metals and Materials

Education

N Dip

B Eng Degree

B Tech Degree

Tools

Solid Works

Pro/Engineering

Job description

Apply sound principles in the development and documentation of precision parts to be used in manufacturing and engineering, including 3D design of complex tooling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Mechanical / Technical Skills:
• Design / re-engineer existing products to enhance their performance, improve reliability and cost effectiveness.
• Thoroughly and effectively trouble-shoot problems and implement solutions of a mechanical nature.
• Select components, materials, finishes and shop processes necessary to meet the design requirements.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary development team to develop world-class quality output.
• Qualification of the suppliers related to the mechanical function. Interpretation of requirements and address design parameters and engineering problems to ensure solutions are implemented accurately.
• Evaluate information to determine compliance with standards.
• Knowledge of metals and materials used in production.
• Software and Software Skills:
• 2D drawing and design.
• 3D drawing and design.
• Work knowledge of Solid Works, Pro / Engineering or other similar computer aided drafting tools.
• Experience in mechanical vibration.
• Planning:
• Identify the requirements to complete the job.
• Assess and Analyse project time.
• Prepare required material, parts and tools.
• Create 3D parts and 2D part drawings to meet supplier and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with overseas suppliers and customer on designs.
• Conduct concept and design reviews.
• Support the day-to-day activities of customers.
• Provide creative and technically feasible solutions for cost savings, service issues, and product improvements.

Education & Experience:

• N Dip; B Eng Degree or B Tech Degree in