Lead Mechanical Engineer

Hire Resolve – Top Recruitment Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider in Cape Town is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to guide projects from concept to completion. With a strong leadership focus, this role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, at least 8–10 years of experience, including 3 in a leadership capability, and proficiency in engineering design software. A competitive salary is offered, and interested candidates can apply via email or LinkedIn contact.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8–10 years’ mechanical engineering experience.
• At least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Registered or eligible for registration with ECSA as a Professional Engineer/Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through to completion.
• Mentor a team of skilled engineers.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s 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.

• ✅ 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

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career‑changing move.

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

Apply for this role today, contact Chanel at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn.

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.