Design Engineer

Fermel (Pty) Ltd; Alberton; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Design Engineer, where you'll lead the development of innovative mining equipment. In this pivotal role, you'll provide technical leadership to a team of engineers, drive product development, and optimize designs for performance and cost-effectiveness. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure successful product launches while overseeing prototype testing and maintaining comprehensive design documentation. If you're passionate about engineering and looking to make a significant impact in the mining industry, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in mining or heavy equipment industry.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software and mechanical design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of innovative mining equipment.
• Manage design projects ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence.

Skills

Mechanical Design Principles

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PLM systems

Job description

Position Overview

As the Design Engineer at Fermel, you will play a pivotal role in driving the development of cutting-edge mining equipment.

Key Areas Of Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership: Provide technical guidance and leadership to a team of design engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence.
2. Product Development: Lead the design and development of new mining equipment and enhancements to existing products, ensuring alignment with customer needs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
3. Design Optimization: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product designs for performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
4. Project Management: Manage design projects from inception to completion, including resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and milestone tracking.
5. Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, and sales to ensure seamless product development and successful product launches.
6. Prototype Testing: Oversee the testing and validation of prototypes to ensure they meet design specifications and performance expectations.
7. Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.

Job Requirements

1. Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
2. Proven experience (5 to 10 years) in a similar role within the mining or heavy equipment industry.
3. Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and familiarity with PLM systems.
4. Deep understanding of mechanical design principles, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.
5. Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team of engineers.
6. Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
7. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.