Mechanical Design Engineer

Southey Contracting Offshore Division; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Paarl is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design efficient machine solutions. Candidates must have a diploma in Mechanical Engineering, 3+ years in machine design, and proficiency in CAD. Responsibilities include producing detailed drawings and providing technical support. The role requires a positive attitude and ability to work independently or within a team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in machine design and manufacturing.
• Minimum 2 years’ CAD experience.
• Must be competent in 3D CAD machine design.

Responsibilities

• Produces efficient designs considering cost efficiency.
• Compiles assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Provides technical support during manufacturing processes.

Skills

Machine design

Manufacturing experience

2D CAD

3D CAD

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Requirements and skills:

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering as minimum requirement.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in machine design and manufacturing.
• Minimum of 2 years’ CAD experience.
• Must be computer literate in MS Word, MS Excel, 2D CAD
• Must be competent in 3D CAD machine design
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as function within a team.
• Must be able to travel both nationally and internationally.
• A positive attitude, self-motivated and reliable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produces efficient designs within the framework of simplicity, feasibility, cost efficiency and accuracy.
• Compiles assemblies and detailed manufacturing drawings in accordance with acknowledged manufacturing standards.
• Compiles part specifications, BOM’s, production orders and manuals.
• Implement engineering change proposals (ECP’s) on designs.
• Issues revisions and updates the manufacturing drawings, material lists and machine manuals.
• Lay‑out drawing of customer manufacturing area.
• Drafting of P&ID.
• Provides technical support during manufacturing processes and for technicians on-site.