Lead Mechanical Engineer - Heat Exchangers & Vessels

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers, pressure vessels and related process equipment for large-scale projects in SA’s engineering sector.

The role requires Pr.Eng registration with ECSA, extensive experience in pressure vessel fabrication, and strong supplier liaison and commissioning skills. You will prepare tender documentation, oversee fabrication quality, and support project execution on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in heat transfer, pressure vessel design and fabrication.
• Proven ability to prepare proposals and tender documentation.
• Strong supplier liaison and commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers and pressure vessels.
• Prepare cost estimates, proposals and tender documentation.
• Oversee fabrication quality and assist with commissioning.
• Coordinate drawings and engineering documentation, and manage supplier interactions.

Skills

Pressure Vessel Design

Vessel Fabrication

Heat Exchanger Design

Shell & Tube Design

Education

BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering + Pr.Eng with ECSA

Tools

ASME Section VIII Division 1

Job description

Network Finance seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers, pressure vessels and related process equipment for large-scale projects in SA’s engineering sector.

The role requires Pr.Eng registration with ECSA, extensive experience in pressure vessel fabrication, and strong supplier liaison and commissioning skills. You will prepare tender documentation, oversee fabrication quality, and support project execution on site.