Lead Mechanical Engineer, Bulk Materials & Conveyors Hybrid

TRSA TAKRAF South Africa (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Professional growth and development

Collaborative working environment

Inclusive workplace

Contribution valued

Job summary

TRSA TAKRAF South Africa (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg invites applications for an experienced Mechanical Engineer who will lead engineering, design, and execution of bulk materials handling projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with Pr. Eng. or EIT in progress and a minimum of 4 years’ experience in conveyors, tendering, and project delivery. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with a culture of inclusion and continuous growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering with Pr. Eng. or EIT in progress.
• Minimum 4 years in mechanical engineering including conveyors, bulk materials handling, tendering, and commissioning.
• Strong conveyor design, calculations, validation, material flow, and equipment specs.
• Proficient with Sidewinder, Helix, Belt Analyst, DEM tools and AI-enabled design tools.
• Commercial awareness, vendor management, and teamwork across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead review of client requirements, specs, scope, and risks in tendering and execution.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and conveyor system designs.
• Provide technical leadership to optimize performance, safety, and cost.
• Support tendering and projects with cost estimates and bid submissions.
• Develop data sheets, equipment specs, and procurement documentation.
• Ensure QA and compliance by reviewing deliverables and vendor docs.
• Provide engineering support through fabrication, installation, commissioning, and handover.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote technical excellence.

Skills

Conveyor design

Tendering

Project execution

Mechanical engineering

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Pr. Eng./EIT status in progress

Tools

Sidewinder

Helix

Belt Analyst

DEM tools

AI design tools

Job description

TRSA TAKRAF South Africa (Pty) Ltd in Johannesburg invites applications for an experienced Mechanical Engineer who will lead engineering, design, and execution of bulk materials handling projects from concept through commissioning.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree with Pr. Eng. or EIT in progress and a minimum of 4 years’ experience in conveyors, tendering, and project delivery. Hybrid work arrangements are available, with a culture of inclusion and continuous growth.