Mechanical Design Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Employee discount on company products

Creative and collaborative environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer in Benoni to lead end-to-end product development from concept to production readiness. You will design with 3D CAD, perform FEA/CFD analyses, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and performance.

The role requires a strong plastics/materials background, rapid prototyping experience, and excellent communication skills to drive innovative solutions within a hybrid work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on mechanical design and development experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and FEA/CFD tools.
• Solid understanding of materials science, plastics, and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process for new product development, from concept generation to detailed design.
• Utilize 3D CAD software to create intricate designs, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Conduct FEA and CFD analysis to optimize product performance, durability, and thermal management.
• Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Develop prototypes, conduct rigorous testing, and iterate on designs based on test results and feedback.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation for production.

Skills

3D CAD design

DFM

Prototyping

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

FEA/CFD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic product manufacturing company based in Benoni , seeks a creative and analytical Mechanical Design Engineer to join their product development team. This role involves the end-to-end design and engineering of new consumer and industrial products, from initial concept through to production readiness. You will contribute to innovative designs that meet market demands for performance, aesthetics, and cost-effectiveness. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of our product line within the vibrant industrial landscape of Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process for new product development, from concept generation to detailed design.
• Utilize 3D CAD software to create intricate designs, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Conduct FEA and CFD analysis to optimize product performance, durability, and thermal management.
• Collaborate with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing teams to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Develop prototypes, conduct rigorous testing, and iterate on designs based on test results and feedback.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs) and technical documentation for production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical product design and development.
• Expertise in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Fusion 360) and FEA/CFD tools .
• Solid understanding of materials science, plastics, and manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping).
• Experience with rapid prototyping techniques and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Strong problem-solving abilities and excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous employee discount on company products.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in Benoni fostering innovation.