Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hands-on role

Stable environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington seeks a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to optimize production processes and equipment. You will work closely with production teams, maintenance staff, and other engineers to improve efficiency, quality, and safety on the shop floor.

The role offers hands-on problem solving, exposure to tooling design and process automation, and opportunities to lead improvement projects that directly impact plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in manufacturing/production engineering.
• Strong knowledge of machining, welding, and assembly.
• Proficiency with CAD tools for tooling/fixture design.
• Hands-on problem solving and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Design, develop, and implement new mechanical equipment and tooling to support production needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with production machinery, diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to develop preventative maintenance schedules and improve equipment reliability.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes and equipment comply with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Lead projects related to process improvements, automation, and technology upgrades in the manufacturing plant.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to optimize production processes and equipment at their facility in Upington . This role focuses on improving efficiency, quality, and safety within the manufacturing environment by applying mechanical engineering principles. You will work closely with production teams, maintenance staff, and other engineers to troubleshoot issues, implement new technologies, and enhance overall operational performance. This is a hands-on role offering significant impact on the company's manufacturing capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize existing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Design, develop, and implement new mechanical equipment and tooling to support production needs.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues with production machinery, diagnosing problems and implementing effective solutions.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to develop preventative maintenance schedules and improve equipment reliability.
• Ensure all manufacturing processes and equipment comply with safety regulations and industry best practices.
• Lead projects related to process improvements, automation, and technology upgrades in the manufacturing plant.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing or production engineering environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, welding, assembly) and industrial machinery .
• Proficiency in CAD software for tooling and fixture design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and hands-on troubleshooting abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for effective teamwork within the Upington plant.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to directly impact manufacturing operations and efficiency.
• Exposure to various manufacturing technologies and processes.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• A stable and supportive work environment within a key industrial hub.