Graduate Mechanical Engineer — Hybrid Site & Design

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship from Chartered Engineers

Structured training and development

Competitive contractor remuneration

Exposure to diverse project phases

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join its project team in Richards Bay. The role blends office work with site visits, offering hands-on exposure to large engineering initiatives in a hybrid setup.

You will assist with design reviews, calculations, specifications, and project planning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Travel to sites and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Solid understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles.
• CAD proficiency (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team and independently when required.
• Willingness to travel to project sites and embrace a hybrid model.
• Good organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of engineering drawings and calculations.
• Support development and review of project plans and schedules.
• Conduct site visits to monitor progress and ensure design compliance.
• Participate in project meetings, document minutes, and track actions.
• Perform data analysis and report on project performance and findings.
• Collaborate with civil, electrical, and procurement teams.
• Assist in procurement, including vendor evaluation and material selection.
• Ensure safety regulations and quality standards on sites.
• Maintain project documentation and records.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

Analytical thinking

Team player

Strong communication

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 is looking for a Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join its project team in Richards Bay. The role blends office work with site visits, offering hands-on exposure to large engineering initiatives in a hybrid setup.

You will assist with design reviews, calculations, specifications, and project planning while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Travel to sites and strong communication skills are essential.