Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Gqeberha; Sur place; ZAR 650 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Professional development

Engineering quality culture

Cutting-edge projects

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to enhance the design of robust industrial machinery in Port Elizabeth. You will own the end-to-end design process, ensuring reliability, efficiency and safety while collaborating with production, R&D and sales to translate market needs into high-performance equipment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience with 3D CAD tools (Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA) and PDM systems, plus a strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years designing industrial machinery or heavy equipment.
• Proficient with 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA) and PDM systems.
• Strong knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics and power transmission.

Responsabilités

• Design and develop new industrial machinery and upgrade existing equipment using 3D CAD software.
• Create detailed mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and parts lists for manufacturing.
• Perform calculations for structural integrity, power transmission, and fluid systems.
• Conduct prototype testing and validation, troubleshoot design issues and implement modifications.
• Work with electrical engineers to integrate control systems and components.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing and after-sales service teams.

Connaissances

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Cross-functional collaboration

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Outils

Inventor

SolidWorks

CATIA

PDM systems

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer to enhance their capabilities in designing robust industrial machinery in Port Elizabeth . You will be responsible for the end-to-end design process of complex equipment, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety. This role involves close collaboration with production, R&D, and sales teams to translate market needs and client specifications into functional, high-performance machinery. Join a company that values innovation and practical engineering solutions, contributing to the development of machinery that powers various industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new industrial machinery and upgrade existing equipment using 3D CAD software .
• Create detailed mechanical drawings, assembly instructions, and parts lists for manufacturing.
• Perform calculations for structural integrity, power transmission, and fluid systems.
• Conduct prototype testing and validation, troubleshooting design issues and implementing necessary modifications.
• Work closely with electrical engineers to integrate control systems and components.
• Provide technical support to the manufacturing and after-sales service teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in designing industrial machinery or heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, CATIA) and PDM systems.
• Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and power transmission systems.
• Experience with material selection, manufacturing processes, and tolerance analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement in Port Elizabeth .
• A stable and supportive work environment with a focus on engineering quality.
• Involvement in the design of cutting-edge industrial equipment.