Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional growth

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Nelspruit is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to design, develop, and test mechanical components and systems. You will work within a focused engineering team to solve design challenges and drive product success in Mpumalanga.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of hands-on mechanical design experience, with proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor and familiarity with manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to validate design performance and integrity.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are feasible for mass production.
• Participate in design reviews, provide feedback, and implement design improvements.
• Conduct prototype testing and analysis to verify design against requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering calculations

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to their innovative product development efforts in Nelspruit . This role involves designing, developing, and testing new mechanical components and systems that meet specific performance requirements. You will work within a dedicated engineering team, leveraging your technical expertise to solve design challenges and drive product success. Join a growing company that offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional advancement in Mpumalanga.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using CAD software .
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations to validate design performance and integrity.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with manufacturing and production teams to ensure designs are feasible for mass production.
• Participate in design reviews, provide constructive feedback, and implement design improvements.
• Conduct prototype testing and analysis to verify design against requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design and development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, CNC machining).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities .
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture in Nelspruit .
• Generous annual leave and company benefits.