Mechanical Engineer

Sentinel Staffing Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to join their team in Gauteng, South Africa. The successful candidate will assist in designing and testing mechanical systems, perform technical calculations, and support project execution. A degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 4 years of experience in the manufacturing, mining, or steel industry are required, alongside solid experience with Solid Works or CAD. The role offers a salary between R40,000.00 and R60,000.00, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer degree required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in related industries.
• Experience with Solid Works or CAD essential.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings is necessary.
• Advanced experience with tender processes and projects required.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with design and testing.
• Perform technical calculations for mechanical designs.
• Attend project meetings and support planning phases.
• Conduct studies and simulations to support operations.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices.
• Follow health and safety protocols and additional duties.

Skills

Qualified Mechanical Engineer

Experience in the manufacturing, mining or steel industry

Experience with Solid Works or CAD

Understanding of mechanical design principles

Ability to read technical drawings

Experience in tender processes

Experience in steel & manufacturing environments

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solid Works

CAD

Job description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with the design, development, and testing of mechanical systems and components.
• Perform technical calculations and analyses to ensure safe and efficient mechanical designs.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to planning and execution phases.
• Conduct studies, simulations, and other tasks to support the technical operations team.
• Stay informed on industry trends, new technologies, and best practices in mechanical engineering.
• Follow all health, safety, and company protocols.
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by management within the companys scope. Participate in problem-solving sessions and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project deadlines

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Qualified Mechanical Engineer (Degree in Mechanical Engineering)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the manufacturing, mining or steel industry
• Vast experience with Solid Works or CAD, FEAs ,
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics
• Advanced experience in tender processes, projects and quotations
• Working Experience in steel & manufacturing environments is a definite requirement

Salary : R40 000.00 - R60 000.00 (Depending on Experience)