Mechanical Design Engineer - Automotive

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 700.000 - 1.000.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Health and wellness programs

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer with automotive expertise to design, develop, and test components and systems for cutting-edge vehicle technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic hybrid work environment and ensure performance, safety, and regulatory compliance throughout development.

The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of mechanical design experience in automotive engineering, strong CAD skills (CATIA/SolidWorks) and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design with focus on automotive engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of automotive systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications using CAD tools.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration simulations (FEA).
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure quality and manufacturability of components.
• Prepare technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and test reports.
• Plan and execute prototype testing and validation, analyzing results to optimize designs.
• Stay current with automotive industry trends, technologies, and regulations.

Kenntnisse

CAD

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

GD&T

Tolerance analysis

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in the automotive sector to join their innovative team in Mahikeng . This role involves designing, developing, and testing automotive components and systems, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirements. You will work on cutting-edge vehicle technologies, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic, hybrid work environment. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in automotive mechanical principles and a proven ability to bring innovative designs from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications using advanced CAD tools.
• Conduct detailed engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration simulations (FEA).
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturing teams to ensure the quality and manufacturability of components.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including drawings, specifications, and test reports.
• Plan and execute prototype testing and validation, analyzing results to optimize designs.
• Stay current with automotive industry trends, technologies, and regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design, with a focus on automotive engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS).
• Strong understanding of automotive systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with GD&T and tolerance analysis.Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a hybrid setting in Mahikeng .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Hybrid work model providing work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Opportunities for professional development and training in the automotive field.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking work culture.