Junior Mechanical Engineer - Research & Development

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 89,000 - 134,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive internship stipend

Mentorship from experienced engineers

Future full-time opportunities

Exposure to Soweto tech industry

Job summary

Placements24 in Soweto is seeking a motivated Junior Mechanical Engineering intern to join our Research & Development team. You will gain hands-on experience in product design, prototyping, and testing, working alongside seasoned engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This internship offers practical learning across CAD design, calculations, and test documentation, with mentorship and the potential for future full-time employment upon successful project contributions.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems using CAD software.
• Build and test prototypes, document procedures and results.
• Perform basic engineering calculations and analysis under supervision.
• Support R&D with literature reviews, component research, and data analysis.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure a safe working environment.
• Contribute in team meetings and support ongoing projects.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative technology firm in Soweto , is looking for an enthusiastic Junior Mechanical Engineer to join their Research & Development team as an intern. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain practical experience in product design, prototyping, and testing within a supportive and dynamic environment. You will work alongside experienced engineers, contributing to the development of new technologies and products. This internship offers valuable hands-on experience in the Gauteng tech landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers in the design and development of mechanical components and systems using CAD software .
• Participate in the construction and testing of prototypes, documenting procedures and results accurately.
• Conduct basic engineering calculations and analysis under the guidance of senior staff.
• Support the R&D team with literature reviews, component research, and data analysis.
• Help maintain laboratory equipment and ensure a safe working environment.
• Contribute to team meetings and provide support for ongoing projects as needed.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering principles and concepts.
• Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) is a plus.
• Strong desire to learn and develop practical engineering skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive internship stipend.
• Valuable hands-on experience in a cutting-edge R&D setting.
• Mentorship from experienced mechanical engineers.
• Potential for future full-time employment opportunities.
• Exposure to the innovative tech industry in Soweto .