Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Mining Machinery (Hybrid)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Dynamic work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading mining equipment manufacturer in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on design, development, and improvement of robust machinery for harsh mining environments.

You'll work on components to complete system integration, performing CAD design, FEA analysis, and drafting BOMs, with a hybrid work setup combining on-site sessions and remote analysis. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years in mechanical design for heavy mining equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software and FEA tools.
• Knowledge of durability in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical components and complete machinery for mining applications.
• Perform structural, kinematic, and dynamic analyses (FEA).
• Create manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions and BOMs.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

Structural mechanics

Material science

Hydraulics

Power transmission

Electromechanical systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for a leading mining equipment manufacturer in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on design, development, and improvement of robust machinery for harsh mining environments.

You'll work on components to complete system integration, performing CAD design, FEA analysis, and drafting BOMs, with a hybrid work setup combining on-site sessions and remote analysis. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.