Mechanical Engineer

SET Consulting; Richards Bay; Vor Ort; ZAR 350.000 - 450.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

SET Consulting in Richards Bay is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to manage Bills of Materials and produce detailed CAD drawings. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities include performing load calculations, collaborating with clients, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor is essential for this role.

Qualifikationen

• Must have 3–5 years of experience in mechanical drafting and design.
• Preference for candidates with experience in machine building and heavy equipment fabrication.
• Proficient in CAD software such as AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.

Aufgaben

• Manage and maintain Bills of Materials using SAP.
• Produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings and apply efficient drafting methodologies.
• Perform load calculations for mechanical assemblies and prepare documentation packages.
• Collaborate with clients for engineering solutions and conduct site visits.

Kenntnisse

Mechanical drafting and design

AutoCAD proficiency

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Knowledge of mechanical tolerances

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Sc or B.Eng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk Inventor

SolidWorks

Jobbeschreibung

Mechanical Engineer – Richards Bay

Accountabilities

Engineering Systems & SAP Management

• Manage and maintain Bills of Materials (BOM) using SAP and other internal data sources.
• Create and update company item codes, ensuring compliance with internal standards.
• Extract and analyse technical data from SAP and other systems.
• Support other departments by providing clarifications with bills of materials when requested.

CAD Design & Drafting

• Operate AutoCAD software proficiently, including Autodesk Inventor and SolidWorks (occasionally).
• Produce detailed 2D and 3D drawings from general arrangements, hand sketches, site inspections, and specifications provided otherwise. New designs are required from time to time, and innovation is always encouraged.
• Apply efficient drafting methodologies and maintain drawing standards in line with ISO 9001.

Mechanical Design & Calculations

• Perform load calculations for mechanical assemblies.
• Prepare documentation packages for mechanical certification.
• Apply knowledge of mechanical tolerances and material specifications.
• Review and approve technical drawings to ensure accuracy and compliance before manufacturing.

Stakeholder Interfaces

• Collaborate with clients to understand technical requirements and provide engineering solutions.
• Conduct site visits to assess equipment and processes and provide recommendations.
• Liaise with the head offices to align on engineering solutions.
• Coordinate with workshops and suppliers to ensure fabrication aligns with engineering specifications.
• Develop innovative solutions and services tailored to client needs.

Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ)

• Adhere to all HSEQ Management System requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993).
• Support continuous improvement initiatives, including NCR resolution and documentation standardization.

• Problem Solving & Continuous Improvement
• Meeting deadlines.
• Reporting issues without delay.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies in BOMs and technical drawings.

• Address compatibility issues between international and South African materials and parts.
• Troubleshoot CAD and software-related issues.
• Select appropriate local equivalent materials for fabrication.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Key Relationships
Internal: Spare Parts Manager, Operations Manager, Procurement, Workshop, Project Team, Product Experts.
External: Clients, Suppliers, Company ECL & Company Solios Engineering Teams.

Internal / External Impacts

Internal: Contributes to engineering quality, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency by supporting design, production, and technical teams, while ensuring compliance with internal standards and accuracy of engineering data and systems.
External: Enhances customer satisfaction and company reputation by delivering compliant, high-performance solutions, while collaborating with clients, suppliers, and global teams to ensure alignment with technical requirements and industry standards.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Sc or B.Eng)
• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical drafting and design. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in the machine building and heavy equipment fabrication and repairs industry.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor)