Hybrid Mechanical Design Engineer – Industrial Machinery

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a hybrid role in Mahikeng, North West. You will design industrial machinery from concept to detailed drawings, and collaborate with production, sales and service teams to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 4+ years in industrial machinery design, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor), knowledge of manufacturing processes, and familiarity with simulations; FEA is

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in mechanical design for industrial machinery.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor) and drafting standards.
• FEA experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components, sub-assemblies, and machines using 3D CAD.
• Create detailed drawings, BOMs, and assembly instructions.
• Perform mechanical analysis and simulations to validate designs.
• Collaborate with electrical, automation, and manufacturing teams.
• Select materials and components, ensure manufacturability and serviceability.
• Support prototype testing, troubleshooting, and design updates.
• Maintain design documentation and revision control.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

FEA tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a hybrid role in Mahikeng, North West. You will design industrial machinery from concept to detailed drawings, and collaborate with production, sales and service teams to ensure robust, manufacturable solutions.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 4+ years in industrial machinery design, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks or Inventor), knowledge of manufacturing processes, and familiarity with simulations; FEA is