Entry-Level Mechanical Engineer — Mentored CAD & Growth

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting salary

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Structured mentorship program

On-the-job training

Experience in key industrial sector

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This entry-level role supports senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of mechanical components, offering a solid foundation for a career in engineering.

You will learn CAD, drafting, testing procedures, and technical documentation while benefiting from structured mentorship and on-the-job training in a growing industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Basic understanding of mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and drafting of mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Support the development and execution of mechanical testing procedures and data collection.
• Participate in the troubleshooting and analysis of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Help prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Learn and apply engineering principles and company standards to assigned tasks.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure project objectives are met effectively.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This entry-level role supports senior engineers in the design, development, and testing of mechanical components, offering a solid foundation for a career in engineering.

You will learn CAD, drafting, testing procedures, and technical documentation while benefiting from structured mentorship and on-the-job training in a growing industrial environment.