Hybrid Mechanical Design Engineer — Automotive Chassis Systems

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid time off

Growth & training

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Bloemfontein to drive the full lifecycle design of automotive chassis components. You will work with simulation, manufacturing, and vehicle integration teams to deliver durable, high-performance solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 4 years of mechanical design experience, with CATIA V5 and SolidWorks proficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 4 years in mechanical design, preferably automotive chassis.
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and SolidWorks; basic CAE knowledge.
• Familiarity with materials, manufacturing processes and ISO/TS 16949.
• Strong understanding of suspension, steering and braking systems.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and sub-assemblies for automotive chassis systems using CAD.
• Conduct stress, fatigue, and vibration analyses to validate designs.
• Create 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs for production.
• Collaborate with simulation teams to refine designs per CAE results.
• Ensure producibility and cost-effectiveness with manufacturing teams.
• Support prototypes, testing and validation; address design issues.
• Contribute to design reviews and maintain design documentation.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5

SolidWorks

CAE basics

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Bloemfontein to drive the full lifecycle design of automotive chassis components. You will work with simulation, manufacturing, and vehicle integration teams to deliver durable, high-performance solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 4 years of mechanical design experience, with CATIA V5 and SolidWorks proficiency.