Mechanical Design Engineer: Prototyping & Innovation

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on translating conceptual designs into manufacturable parts and collaborating with production and quality assurance to meet project requirements and industry standards.

The successful candidate will develop detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, maintain BOMs, and ensure designs comply with safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2-4 years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D CAD models and 2D manufacturing drawings for mechanical parts and assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyses to ensure designs meet strength, durability, and functional requirements.
• Create and maintain accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) and assist in procurement processes.
• Collaborate with manufacturing personnel to optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Support prototyping and testing activities, providing insights for design refinement.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant industry standards and safety regulations.

Skills

3D CAD

2D drawings

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

Placements24 in Upington is seeking a detail-oriented Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team. This role focuses on translating conceptual designs into manufacturable parts and collaborating with production and quality assurance to meet project requirements and industry standards.

The successful candidate will develop detailed 3D CAD models and 2D drawings, maintain BOMs, and ensure designs comply with safety regulations.