Junior Mechanical Engineer

GIBB; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering design firm in South Africa is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to contribute to mining and infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage designs, perform calculations, and assist with project documentation while collaborating closely with the lead engineer. This role requires proficiency in CAD and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience with design standards and specifications.
• Familiarity with CAD software for drafting.
• Understanding of engineering principles related to mining.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute detailed designs according to specifications.
• Support project lead with calculations and technical documentation.
• Draft and review designs in CAD as needed.

Skills

Detailed design

CAD drafting

Project management

Education

BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

GIBB Mining is a multi-disciplinary engineering design and project management enterprise, specialising in innovative and sustainable techno-economic holistic solutions for mining projects, from concept stage to commissioning and handover. Here you will find an environment conducive to helping you make the most of your abilities and skills.

GIBB Mining, a subsidiary of the GIBB Group, is looking for another talented professional to complement their team, in the form of a Junior Mechanical Engineer.

We welcome your application if you believe you meet the requirements for this position.

The below listed responsibilities and requirements is assessed during the interview stages and will further be confirmed with the relevant professional references that you currently are or have reported to in your previously two positions.

Core Purpose of Job :

The Junior Mechanical Engineer will be part of a team that manages key clients and projects in the mining / infrastructure projects. The specific engineering responsibilities include developing and inputs into studies, designs, coordination, and completion of projects on time, within budget and within scope.

The Junior Mechanical Engineer will report to the respective project Lead Mechanical Engineer and assist with calculations, designs and developing equipment data sheets, acquiring vendor information and is expected to participate and contribute to design reviews. The Junior Mechanical Engineer will also be expected to draft designs in CAD, when required.

Key Performance Areas

• Perform and check detailed design in accordance with appropriate standards and specifications.
• Effectively convey current progress and problems on a project, together with the required solutions.
• Draughting of information for proposals, as directed by the lead engineer, in CAD.
• Ensure that works is executed and constructed to the drawings and specifications.
• Monitor progress of construction and ensure project built to specifications.
• Equipment selection and recommendation after detail option consideration.
• Preparation of equipment data sheets and technical packs.
• Obtain vender pricing for estimates and budgets.
• Compile Technical Reports including technical adjudication reports
• Review of drawing office work for accuracy.
• Provide technical input to proposals as directed.
• Present proposals to Clients, as required.