Engineer (Fan System and Ventilation Engineer

HR Xchange; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering company in Johannesburg is seeking a Fan System and Ventilation Engineer. This role involves designing ventilation systems and managing projects for large-scale mining and industrial applications. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, experience with ventilation engineering, and strong technical skills. The position promises competitive compensation and opportunities for growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Work on high-impact infrastructure projects

Exposure to international best practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a mining or industrial sales environment with Mine Ventilation Engineering experience.
• Sound technical understanding of fans and ventilation systems.
• Practical knowledge of NEC and FIDIC standard contracts.

Responsibilities

• Design and selection of fan stations and ventilation systems based on client specifications.
• Prepare and manage detailed technical tender documentation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop optimal project solutions.
• Manage selected projects to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and budget.
• Foster long-term customer relationships through proactive engagement.

Skills

Mine Ventilation Engineering

Stakeholder engagement

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree (BTech, BEng, or BSc Eng)

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Project management tools

Job description

Fan System and Ventilation Engineer

Location : Johannesburg

Position Type : Permanent

Salary : Negotiable / market related

A well-established international engineering company is seeking an experienced and technically proficient Fan System and Ventilation Engineer to support projects across the African and Middle Eastern regions. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to turnkey ventilation system solutions for large-scale mining and industrial projects.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and selection of fan stations and ventilation systems based on client specifications.
• Prepare and manage detailed technical tender documentation.
• Collaborate with internal engineering and commercial teams to develop optimal project solutions.
• Manage selected projects to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and budget.
• Foster long-term customer relationships through proactive engagement and support.

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable) :

Mechanical Engineering degree (BTech, BEng, or BSc Eng).

Minimum 3 years’ experience in a mining or industrial sales environment with Mine Ventilation Engineering experience .

Sound technical understanding of fans and ventilation systems .

Practical knowledge of NEC and FIDIC standard contracts.

Proven experience with tender documentation and basic project management principles.

Proficient in MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, and project management tools.

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Membership with ECSA or SAIMechE advantageous.

Why Apply?

Competitive compensation and benefits.

Work on high-impact infrastructure and development projects.

Gain exposure to international best practices in the industrial ventilation field.

Supportive, innovation-driven environment with room for growth.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer