Hybrid Mechanical Equipment Engineer - Optimize Systems

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Mechanical Equipment Engineer to design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot complex machinery essential to operations. The role blends on-site and remote collaboration to minimize downtime and optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in mechanical equipment design or maintenance, with strong knowledge of pumps, motors, piping, and rotating equipment, plus experience with CMMS and predictive maintenance techniques.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical equipment design, operation, or maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of industrial machinery, pumps, motors, piping systems, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with maintenance management systems and predictive maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and procure mechanical equipment and systems for new installations or upgrades.
• Oversee installation and commissioning of mechanical equipment, ensuring safety standards and timelines.
• Develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for reliability and longevity.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical failures and implement timely repairs.
• Analyze equipment performance data to identify improvements and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams, providing technical support.

Skills

Mechanical design

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane is seeking a skilled Mechanical Equipment Engineer to design, install, maintain, and troubleshoot complex machinery essential to operations. The role blends on-site and remote collaboration to minimize downtime and optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in mechanical equipment design or maintenance, with strong knowledge of pumps, motors, piping, and rotating equipment, plus experience with CMMS and predictive maintenance techniques.