Graduate Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Hybrid work model

Access to advanced design tools

Structured career development

Mentorship program

Challenging design projects

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks Graduate Mechanical Design Engineers to join a dynamic team in a hybrid role. You will apply your mechanical engineering knowledge to design and develop new products, using 3D modeling and simulation tools.

This role emphasizes professional development, mentorship, and growth within a forward-thinking engineering department. Ideal for recent grads with a passion for design and hands-on experience in CAD and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks or CATIA.
• Strong understanding of design principles and manufacturing processes.
• High analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the mechanical design process using CAD for 3D modeling and drafting.
• Perform analyses including stress, thermal, and vibration validation.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure production feasibility.
• Participate in design reviews and present concepts and solutions.
• Assist in prototyping and testing phases of new product development.

Skills

Analytical ability

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking innovative Graduate Mechanical Design Engineers to join their dynamic team in Polokwane . This hybrid role provides an excellent platform for recent graduates to apply their engineering knowledge to the design and development of new products and systems. You will work on exciting projects, leveraging 3D modeling and simulation tools to bring concepts to life. Our client prioritizes professional development, offering comprehensive training, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within a collaborative and forward-thinking engineering department. This position is suited for individuals with a passion for design and a drive to create impactful engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the mechanical design process using CAD software for 3D modeling and drafting.
• Perform engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are feasible for production.
• Participate in design reviews, presenting concepts and technical solutions.
• Assist in the prototyping and testing phases of new product development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar.
• Understanding of engineering design principles and manufacturing processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Access to advanced design and simulation tools in Polokwane .
• Structured career development and mentorship program.
• Opportunity to work on innovative and challenging design projects.