Mechanical Design Engineer

Rula Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bulk materials handling firm in Johannesburg seeks a mechanical engineer responsible for developing innovative solutions in the agricultural industry. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience, proficiency in SolidWorks, and skills in project management. The role offers a great work culture and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

Great work culture

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within industrial and utility sectors.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality work delivery.
• Goal-oriented with the ability to work in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop intellectual property through R&D of mechanical applications.
• Conduct feasibility and analytical studies for new technologies.
• Create engineering drawings in SolidWorks.
• Manage projects from concept to implementation.

Skills

Mechanical applications research

Stress analysis

Heat transfer

SolidWorks

Project management

Job description

Optimisation, Innovation and Excellence are the three words which most immediately characterise RULA Bulk Materials Handling (Pty) Ltd. We are an entrepreneurially driven organisation established in South Africa since 1970 and locally owned since 2001. We are a major player in the bulk materials handling sector, offering turnkey solutions from concept design to commissioning and handover. Our core areas are Projects, Professional Services, and In-house Products. We develop projects from concept to operation and maintenance, embracing challenges and leveraging our diverse engineering skills, including all disciplines and project resources. Our competitive edge is our wide in-house scope, enabling quick responses and effective feedback on designs.

The Role

You Will Be Responsible For

• Developing intellectual property through research and development of mechanical applications and sellable equipment related to bulk materials handling and the agricultural industry.
• Conducting feasibility and analytical studies, investigating new technologies and conceptual designs.
• Proficient in stress analysis, heat transfer, design for manufacture, and material strength analysis.
• Creating drawings in SolidWorks, including layout and detailing.
• Ensuring designs are fit for purpose, meet client requirements, and are cost-effective and manufacturable.
• Understanding manufacturing practices to produce clear, comprehensive drawings for fabricators.
• Conducting technical evaluations of tenders and providing recommendations on designs, costs, and technical descriptions.
• Managing projects from concept to implementation, including total turnkey projects.
• Reviewing operational practices and troubleshooting problematic systems to develop practical solutions.
• Providing integrated mechanical and electronic engineering solutions, liaising with all disciplines to meet user requirements.
• Using engineering calculations and software to verify designs, including flow dynamics, discrete element modeling, and strength of materials; documenting results in reports.
• Preparing documentation for material handling equipment, including data sheets, specifications, and scope of works for procurement.
• Managing information related to product development, drawings, intellectual property, and documentation.
• Assisting in sourcing components and selecting suppliers, coordinating with them on drawings and documents.
• Liaising with third-party engineering consultants for specialized solutions.
• Organizing personnel, suppliers, and consultants to ensure timely project delivery with minimal rework.
• Reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Preparing progress reports and payment certificates.
• Staying updated on developments in the bulk materials handling and agricultural industries.
• Conducting site visits, supervision, commissioning, and inspections as required.
• Following company procedures.

Ideal Profile

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within industrial and utility sectors.
• Strong attention to detail and high-quality work delivery.
• Goal-oriented with the ability to work in fast-paced environments.
• Enjoys finding creative solutions to problems.

What's on Offer?

• A great work culture.
• Opportunities for growth within a successful company.