Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Paid annual leave and sick leave

On-the-job training

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join our growing team. You will design robust mechanical systems and translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, focusing on functionality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.

The role involves creating 2D/3D CAD designs (SolidWorks), performing stress and thermal analyses, collaborating with manufacturing, and maintaining design documentation through the product lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant technical diploma.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design and drafting.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and engineering principles.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a project team environment in Richards Bay.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D designs for mechanical parts, assemblies, and systems using CAD software.
• Develop technical drawings, schematics, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
• Perform calculations for stress, load, and thermal analysis to ensure design integrity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and fabrication teams to resolve design-related issues and optimize for production.
• Conduct design reviews and testing to validate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain design documentation and revisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Richards Bay . This role focuses on the design and development of robust mechanical systems and components for industrial applications. You will be responsible for translating project requirements into practical, manufacturable designs, ensuring functionality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to tangible engineering projects and develop expertise in a key industrial hub.

Key Responsibilities

• Create detailed 2D and 3D designs for mechanical parts, assemblies, and systems using CAD software .
• Develop technical drawings, schematics, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly.
• Perform calculations for stress, load, and thermal analysis to ensure design integrity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and fabrication teams to resolve design-related issues and optimize for production.
• Conduct design reviews and testing to validate performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain design documentation and revisions throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical diploma.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design and drafting.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and engineering principles.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a project team environment in Richards Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Opportunities for on-the-job training and skill development.
• Exposure to diverse industrial engineering projects.