Mechanical Design Engineer

Edc Engineering Design Consultants; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering design consultancy in South Africa is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Designer) to create detailed CAD models and support project management activities. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 2-4 years of design experience, and strong proficiency in SolidWorks. The role offers growth potential into client-facing responsibilities and project leadership.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' experience in mechanical design, preferably in heavy steel or materials handling.
• Exposure to structural or mechanical analysis is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with fabricated steel structures or mining/logistics machinery is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop detailed SolidWorks CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure designs meet requirements.
• Participate in site visits, installations, and commissioning.

Skills

SolidWorks proficiency

Problem-solving

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mechanical Engineer (Designer)

About the Role

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Designer) to join our growing team.

This role is ideal for someone who can hit the ground running, enjoys problem solving, and thrives in a collaborative team environment.

You will play a key role in designing, modeling, and developing solutions in SolidWorks, while also supporting project management activities. We specialize in materials handling equipment and heavy steel design, with a diverse client base.

Our strength lies in handling large assemblies and complex data management using SolidWorks and PDM.

This position offers significant growth potential into client-facing responsibilities, project leadership, and eventually taking ownership of managing both projects and client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and develop detailed SolidWorks CAD models and manufacturing drawings.
• Work with the engineering team to solve mechanical and structural design challenges.
• Assist in setting up project requirements, scopes, and schedules.
• Collaborate with senior engineers to ensure designs meet technical, manufacturing, and client requirements.
• Support project management tasks including delegation, tracking, and reporting.
• Participate in site visits, installations, and commissioning when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in design workflows, CAD standards, and data management in PDM.
• Be eager to grow into client‑facing responsibilities: gathering requirements, managing projects, and leading a team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 2–4 years' experience in mechanical design, preferably in heavy steel or materials handling.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (assemblies, sheet metal, weldments).
• Experience with PDM or similar data management systems.
• Exposure to structural or mechanical analysis (FEA, empirical methods) is an advantage.
• Hands‑on experience with fabricated steel structures or mining/logistics machinery is a plus.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and a strong desire to learn.