Hybrid Mechanical Design Engineer for Consumer Devices

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng. The role blends on‑site collaboration with remote work, focusing on conceptualization, design, and refinement of mechanical components for consumer goods.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in mechanical design, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Fusion 360), and experience with plastics/metals/manufacturing. Hybrid work supports flexible collaboration with manufacturing partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in mechanical design, with consumer products/electronics focus.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks or Fusion 360).
• Experience with FEA or other simulation tools is highly desirable.
• Solid understanding of plastics, metals, elastomers and related manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of new consumer products from concept to CAD models and prototypes.
• Use CAD software for 3D modeling, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Perform stress, thermal, and vibration simulations to ensure performance and safety.
• Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and PMs to meet market needs.
• Select materials and manufacturing processes for cost-effective production.
• Manage BOMs and assembly instructions; oversee prototype development and testing.
• Support transition from R&D to mass production and resolve issues.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

FEA software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Benoni, Gauteng. The role blends on‑site collaboration with remote work, focusing on conceptualization, design, and refinement of mechanical components for consumer goods.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in mechanical design, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Fusion 360), and experience with plastics/metals/manufacturing. Hybrid work supports flexible collaboration with manufacturing partners.