Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training opportunities

Stable work environment

Cutting-edge equipment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for Mossel Bay to design, develop and optimize robust industrial machinery.

You will work with CAD tools, perform stress and power calculations, create BOMs, and collaborate with manufacturing to ensure feasible production.

This role suits an experienced engineer who thrives in a hands-on, production-focused environment and aims to advance cutting-edge equipment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of experience in designing industrial machinery or heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of gears, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, and material selection.
• Experience with stress analysis and basic simulation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing-focused environment in Mossel Bay.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Perform calculations for stress, load, and power requirements for machine elements.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with manufacturing and assembly teams to ensure designs are feasible and efficiently produced.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues encountered during production and implement design solutions.
• Conduct performance testing and validation of new and modified machinery designs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Troubleshooting

Stress analysis

Production mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in industrial machinery to join their team in Mossel Bay . This role involves the design, development, and optimization of robust mechanical systems and equipment for various industrial applications. You will play a key role in conceptualizing new machinery, improving existing designs, and ensuring the reliability and efficiency of their product lines. This opportunity is suited for an experienced engineer who is passionate about heavy machinery and thrives in a hands‑on, production‑focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Perform calculations for stress, load, and power requirements for machine elements.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, assembly instructions, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) .
• Collaborate with manufacturing and assembly teams to ensure designs are feasible and efficiently produced.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues encountered during production and implement design solutions.
• Conduct performance testing and validation of new and modified machinery designs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in designing industrial machinery or heavy equipment.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar.
• Strong understanding of gears, bearings, hydraulics, pneumatics, and material selection.
• Experience with stress analysis and basic simulation techniques.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing-focused environment in Mossel Bay .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive medical aid and provident fund.
• On‑the‑job training and opportunities for skill development.
• A stable work environment with a focus on industrial production.
• Contribution to the development of cutting‑edge industrial equipment.