Junior Mechanical Engineer: Mentored Growth & Projects

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentorship

Career progression

Exposure to diverse projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer for our client in Upington, Northern Cape. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in mechanical design, analysis, and project support under senior engineers.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a strong academic record, CAD familiarity (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and a willingness to learn. Join a growing team and build a solid foundation for your engineering career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Recent graduate or up to 3 years of internship/work experience.
• Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) is essential.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills and a willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and simulations using relevant software.
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Support testing and validation activities for new and existing products.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute ideas for improvement.
• Assist with project coordination and follow-up tasks as needed.

Skills

CAD Proficiency

Analytical skills

Communication

Willing to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer for our client in Upington, Northern Cape. This entry-level role offers hands-on experience in mechanical design, analysis, and project support under senior engineers.

The ideal candidate is a recent graduate with a strong academic record, CAD familiarity (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and a willingness to learn. Join a growing team and build a solid foundation for your engineering career.