Junior Engineer (Cape Town, South Africa)

Paterson & Cooke; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Paterson & Cooke is seeking a Junior Engineer in Cape Town, responsible for the design of slurry pump systems and related equipment. This full-time position involves collaboration in projects, applying technical knowledge, and developing skills within a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong computer skills, particularly in Excel and Word.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical/civil engineering.
• Registered or eligible for registration as a Candidate Engineer/Technologist with ECSA.
• Strong technical and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design mining-related systems under supervision.
• Contribute to project tasks and problem-solving in engineering.
• Assist with technical communication, including reports and presentations.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Technical report writing

Oral presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or civil engineering

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job title : Junior Engineer (Cape Town, South Africa)

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town Deadline : June 20, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Job Description

Paterson & Cooke South Africa is seeking to appoint a Junior Engineer to join the consulting team, in Cape Town.

As a Junior Engineer at Paterson & Cooke, you can expect to be involved in the design of slurry pump and pipeline systems, mine backfill systems, and related equipment and processes in the mining industry, ranging from concept development through to detailed design and commissioning.

The Junior Engineer will work as part of a team, in a fast-paced environment, and will be expected to collaborate with a variety of people and deal with various project requirements.

This role is a full-time position with the following tasks and responsibilities :

Tasks

Design of mining related systems, under close supervision of a more senior engineer, including the following :

Hydraulic analysis and design of pump and pipeline systems

Process design

Mechanical design

Selection and specification of system components (pumps, piping, valves, instrumentation, etc.).

Technical communication, including specification and report writing and presentations.

Assist with laboratory work during training and as further needs arise.

Responsibilities

Contribute as part of a project team and perform tasks in projects

Apply technical knowledge and skills to perform engineering tasks and problem solving in engineering projects, under close supervision by a more senior engineer

Continuously develop knowledge, understanding and skills associated with relevant engineering projects systems and the mining and resources industries.

Minimum Requirements

A bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical or civil engineering.

Registered or eligible for registration as a Candidate Engineer / Technologist with ECSA

Competencies

Strong computer skills, especially spreadsheets (Excel) and word-processing (Word).

Strong communication skills, especially technical report writing and oral presentations.

No criminal record (due to client, travel and site requirements).

A valid passport and driver's licence

Able and willing to travel locally and internationally, when required.

Personal Characteristics

Ability to manage own time effectively

Ongoing professional development, learning and development to stay up to date with tools, processes and procedures in engineering and company improvement projects

Ability to work hard, independently and act professionally at all times

Ability to multi-task, prioritize and keep up to date with several projects at any time

Attention to detail and a commitment to high standards of work and deliverables

Initiative and flexibility to occasionally work long hours to make project deadlines

Dependable, with a can-do attitude

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