Mechanical Design Engineer (Process Equipment)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional growth and training

Exposure to large-scale industrial and

Potential for international project In

Dynamic work environment in Richards B

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for our Richards Bay operation. You will design process equipment, develop components, and perform stress, thermal, and vibration analyses to ensure safety and reliability.

Hybrid work model combines on-site collaboration with remote design tasks. You will create CAD models, prepare drawings and BOMs, and work with manufacturing and project teams to deliver cost-effective solutions for heavy industrial applications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 6+ years of mechanical design experience in process equipment or heavy machinery.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor and FEA tools.
• Strong knowledge of ASME/API codes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities in a hybrid environment.
• Experience in the petrochemical/chemical industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for process equipment using CAD software.
• Perform stress, thermal, and vibrational analyses to ensure design integrity and safety.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and BOMs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and project teams to ensure feasible, cost-effective designs.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and technical evaluations.
• Support fabrication, assembly, and commissioning phases of new equipment.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with ASME/API and related standards.
• Research and recommend new materials and technologies to improve performance.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Autodesk Inventor

FEA tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a leading manufacturer of specialized process equipment for the chemical and petrochemical industries, seeking a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer for their Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal operations. This role focuses on the design and development of innovative process machinery, requiring a strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing techniques relevant to heavy industrial applications. The position involves a Hybrid work arrangement, balancing essential on-site collaboration with design tasks that can be performed remotely. You will be part of a team dedicated to engineering excellence and driving technological advancements in process equipment design.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for process equipment, such as pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and reactors, using CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations including stress, thermal, and vibrational analysis to ensure design integrity and safety.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and project management teams to ensure designs are feasible and cost-effective.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, and technical evaluations.
• Support the fabrication, assembly, and commissioning phases of new equipment.
• Troubleshoot design-related issues and propose effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with international codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API).
• Research and recommend new materials and technologies to improve equipment performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical design, preferably with process equipment or heavy machinery.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and FEA tools.
• Strong knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards (ASME, API).
• Understanding of material properties and selection for industrial applications.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities for effective team collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently within a hybrid model.
• Prior experience in the petrochemical or chemical industry is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and specialized training.
• Exposure to large-scale industrial projects.
• A dynamic work environment in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal .
• Potential for international project involvement.