Junior Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Mentorship

Training & development

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer to assist in mechanical design, analysis and testing under senior engineers. This hybrid role provides in-person mentorship and remote flexibility to build practical skills on varied projects.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering, 0–3 years of experience, and basic CAD familiarity (AutoCAD/SolidWorks). Strong teamwork and communication are essential, with a keen desire to learn and grow

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience or internships.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Familiarity with CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong desire to learn and develop technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Create and modify CAD drawings and documentation under supervision.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and presentations.
• Participate in prototype assembly and testing, collecting and analyzing data.
• Learn and apply engineering principles and company standards to assigned tasks.
• Contribute to problem-solving efforts within the engineering team.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic Junior Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Pretoria . This role is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career engineer to gain hands‑on experience in mechanical design, analysis, and testing. You will work under the guidance of senior engineers, contributing to various projects and learning best practices in the field. This hybrid position allows for valuable in‑person mentorship and team collaboration, complemented by remote flexibility, offering a well‑rounded introduction to a professional engineering career.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Create and modify CAD drawings and documentation under supervision.
• Support the preparation of technical reports and presentations.
• Participate in prototype assembly and testing, collecting and analyzing data.
• Learn and apply engineering principles and company standards to assigned tasks.
• Contribute to problem‑solving efforts within the engineering team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering .
• 0-3 years of relevant experience or internships.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Basic understanding of mechanical principles and engineering practices.
• Strong desire to learn and develop technical skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive entry‑level salary.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits .
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• Mentorship program with experienced engineers.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work‑life balance.
• Exposure to diverse engineering projects in Pretoria .