Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Leave policy and public holidays

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to innovative projects. You will design, develop and test mechanical products, translating concepts into manufacturable solutions that meet specs.

You will work with a dedicated engineering team, applying SolidWorks or Inventor, selecting materials, considering tolerances, and driving DFM principles to optimize production and cost-efficiency. Bachelor's degree required; 3–5 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical product design and development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling software such as SolidWorks or Inventor.
• Solid understanding of material selection, manufacturing processes, and mechanical tolerances.
• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Translate product requirements and concepts into detailed mechanical designs and technical drawings using CAD software.
• Perform design validation and verification through prototyping, testing, and analysis to ensure functional requirements are met.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure designs are optimized for production and cost-effectiveness.
• Contribute to the development of design standards and best practices within the engineering department.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues during the manufacturing and product lifecycle phases.
• Participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to project goals in Cape Town.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to their innovative projects based in Cape Town . In this role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and testing of new mechanical products and systems. You will work within a dedicated engineering team, transforming concepts into tangible solutions that meet market demands and customer specifications. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your technical expertise in a challenging and rewarding setting, contributing to the company's reputation for engineering excellence and product innovation in the heart of the Western Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Translate product requirements and concepts into detailed mechanical designs and technical drawings using CAD software.


• Perform design validation and verification through prototyping, testing, and analysis to ensure functional requirements are met.


• Collaborate with manufacturing and supply chain teams to ensure designs are optimized for production and cost-effectiveness.


• Contribute to the development of design standards and best practices within the engineering department.


• Troubleshoot design-related issues during the manufacturing and product lifecycle phases.


• Participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring adherence to project goals in Cape Town .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.


• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical product design and development.


• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling software such as SolidWorks or Inventor.


• Solid understanding of material selection, manufacturing processes, and mechanical tolerances.


• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) principles.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent attention to detail.

Benefits

• Attractive salary package commensurate with experience.


• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.


• Generous leave policy and paid public holidays.


• On-site parking and access to modern facilities in Cape Town .


• Continuous learning opportunities and career advancement programs.