Mechanical Building Services Engineer - Early Career

RPO Recruitment; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

RPO Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Building Services Consulting Engineer in Cape Town for graduates or early-career engineers. You will work with experienced engineers on diverse commercial, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and public infrastructure projects.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assist with design, specification, and delivery of mechanical building services systems, while developing professional skills and contributing to project success.

Qualifications

• BEng, BSc or BTech in mechanical engineering.
• 0–3 years' experience, preferably in consulting.
• Strong interest in Building Services Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of mechanical building services.
• Design HVAC systems.
• Assist with Fire Protection and Wet Services design.
• Conduct mechanical services audits and site assessments.
• Prepare engineering calculations, specifications, and reports.
• Assist with cost estimates, BOQs, and tenders.
• Support project management through all phases.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and teams.
• Conduct site inspections and provide technical support during construction.
• Ensure designs comply with SA standards and project specs.

Skills

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Planning

Teamwork

Education

BEng Mechanical Engineering

BSc Mechanical Engineering

BTech Mechanical Engineering

Job description

RPO Recruitment is seeking a Mechanical Building Services Consulting Engineer in Cape Town for graduates or early-career engineers. You will work with experienced engineers on diverse commercial, healthcare, retail, hospitality, and public infrastructure projects.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assist with design, specification, and delivery of mechanical building services systems, while developing professional skills and contributing to project success.