Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Hatch Ltd.; Johannesburg; Presencial; ZAR 420 000 - 660 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Hatch is seeking an Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Mining Infrastructure Engineering team in Johannesburg. You will contribute to the design, assessment, and delivery of surface and underground mining infrastructure across all project phases.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years of post-graduate experience, registrations with ECSA in progress, and a BSc/B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering. You will work within multidisciplinary teams and collaborate on innovative solutions for Southern

Qualificações

• 2-5 years of post-graduate experience in engineering consulting, EPCM, mining, or industrial environments.
• Registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA; progress toward professional registration is preferred.
• BSc/B.Eng degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Mechanical system design experience, preferably within mining or industrial environments.
• Working knowledge of fluid simulation software such as FluidFlow, AFT Fathom or Flownex is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Developing mechanical design basis and criteria
• Developing technical specifications
• Developing mechanical and piping designs from Concept Phase through to Execution
• Developing technical discipline documentation for enquiry and contract placement purposes – Scope of Work documents and Material Take-Offs
• Undertaking mechanical and piping analysis and design calculations, incl. design reports
• Understanding relevant local and international mechanical and piping codes (e.g., ASME B31.3)
• Guiding 3D model development and reviews by designers
• Reviewing mechanical and piping drawings thoroughly
• Co-ordination across intra- and inter-discipline teams
• Participating in client meetings and risk reviews (HAZiD, HAZOP)
• Collaborating on projects to develop innovative solutions

Conhecimentos

2-5 years experience

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Formação académica

BSc/B.Eng Mechanical Engineering

ECSA Candidate Engineer

Ferramentas

FluidFlow

AFT Fathom

Flownex

Descrição da oferta de emprego

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Intermediate Mechanical Engineer

Date: Aug 27, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:101630

Job Category:Mining; Engineering

Location:Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

If it isn't grown, it's mined. Our mining and metals teams help our clients to safely and sustainably mine the minerals and metals used in our everyday lives. Want to play a part of innovating and optimizing the mining life cycle on greenfield and brownfield facilities?

We are seeking a motivated and technically capable Intermediate Mechanical Engineer to join our Mining Infrastructure Engineering team. This role entails working with diverse teams, both locally, and abroad.

The successful candidate will contribute to design, assessment, development, and delivery of surface and underground mining-related infrastructure across all project phases, including Concept Studies, Pre-Feasibility Studies (PFS), Feasibility Studies (FS), Execution (Detail Design), Construction Support and Commissioning.

Working within multidisciplinary teams, the engineer will support the design and delivery of mechanical systems associated with shafts, underground mining infrastructure, materials handling systems, process plants, pumping systems, ventilation systems, refrigeration facilities, workshops, and associated mine infrastructure.

Ideal Candidate Profile

A mechanical engineer who combines strong technical design capability with 2 to 5 years of post-graduate practical project experience within an engineering consulting, EPCM, mining house, contractor, or industrial environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, and the ambition to grow into a lead mechanical engineering role through participation in complex surface and underground mining projects across Southern Africa and internationally.

Prerequisites

• 2-5 years’ experience within an engineering consulting, EPCM, mining house, contractor, or industrial environment. Exposure to mining projects is advantageous.
• Registration as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA. Progress toward Professional Registration is preferred.
• BSc/B. Eng degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Mechanical system design experience, preferably within a mining or industrial environment.
• Working knowledge of fluid simulation software such as FluidFlow, AFT Fathom or Flownex is advantageous.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing mechanical design basis and criteria
• Developing technical specifications
• Developing mechanical and piping designs from Concept Phase through to Execution
• Developing technical discipline documentation for enquiry and contract placement purposes related to contract or procurement packages – Scope of Work documents and Material Take-Off’s (MTO’s)
• Undertaking mechanical and piping analysis and design calculations, inclusive of compilation of design reports
• Understanding relevant local and international mechanical and piping codes such as ASME B31.3
• Guiding mechanical/piping designers with input and development of 3D models, and participation in 3D model reviews
• Thoroughly reviewing mechanical and piping drawings
• Undertaking intra-discipline and inter-discipline reviews and co-ordination
• Participating in client meetings
• Participating in Risk reviews (HAZiD, HAZOP, Constructability Reviews and Risk Assessments)
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to! At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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