Hybrid Mechanical Engineer - Automation & Robotics

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop and integrate automated machinery and robotic systems for manufacturing and logistics applications. The role blends hands-on workshop work with design tasks in a hybrid model, keeping you close to the hardware while enabling remote design and documentation work.

You will collaborate with electrical and software teams, create detailed CAD models, and contribute to safe, efficient automated solutions through each project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components for industrial automation equipment using CAD.
• Create BOMs, drawings, and assembly instructions.
• Collaborate with electrical and controls engineers to integrate systems.
• Perform basic structural, kinematic, and dynamic calculations.
• Assist assembly, testing, and commissioning of automated machinery.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during development and production.
• Support continuous improvement of existing automation solutions.
• Maintain project documentation and technical records.
• Ensure designs meet safety and operational requirements.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Automation concepts

Robotics basics

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Communication

Drawing interpretation

PLC integration knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein invites a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop and integrate automated machinery and robotic systems for manufacturing and logistics applications. The role blends hands-on workshop work with design tasks in a hybrid model, keeping you close to the hardware while enabling remote design and documentation work.

You will collaborate with electrical and software teams, create detailed CAD models, and contribute to safe, efficient automated solutions through each project