Lead Mechanical Engineer

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to manage projects from concept to completion while mentoring a team. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8 years of experience, including 3 years in a leadership position. This role emphasizes project management and strong problem-solving skills. The company offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer/Technologist.
• Minimum of 8–10 years’ mechanical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through to completion.
• Mentor a team of skilled engineers.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality and innovative engineering solutions.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering design software

Job description

An established engineering solutions provider, known for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable projects across multiple industries, is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join its dynamic team in Cape Town. This is a leadership role that calls for a technically strong professional who thrives in guiding projects from concept through to completion, while mentoring a team of skilled engineers.

Requirements

• ✅ Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• ✅ Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer/Technologist.
• ✅ Minimum of 8–10 years’ mechanical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• ✅ Strong background in project management, design, and problem-solving.
• ✅ Proficiency in engineering design software and tools.
• ✅ Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail] or visit website: www.hireresolve.co.za

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Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

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We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.