Mechanical Engineer

Pillangó Placements; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

Pillangó Placements is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support complex drilling and mining equipment, both locally and internationally. You will work with engineering, maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot, improve reliability and drive innovative solutions.

The role requires a degree in Mechanical Engineering, 3–5 years' mining/heavy industry experience, strong CAD skills and the ability to travel.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years' mechanical engineering experience in mining, drilling or heavy industry.
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting skills, with an understanding of basic electrical systems.
• Experience supporting field operations, equipment maintenance or commissioning.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Investigate equipment failures, identify root causes and implement practical solutions.
• Support field service, commissioning and operational teams locally and internationally.
• Improve equipment reliability, performance and maintenance efficiency.
• Contribute to equipment design improvements and engineering innovation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on technical projects.
• Maintain engineering drawings, technical documentation and safety standards.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Reading technical drawings

CAD/Engineering design software

Education

BEng/BSc Eng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks/Inventor

Job description

If complex machinery, challenging environments and international exposure get your gears turning, this could be your kind of role.

The opportunity is with an established engineering business specialising in advanced drilling and mining equipment, with operations locally and internationally. You'll work alongside engineering, maintenance and operational teams to solve technical challenges, improve equipment reliability and support innovative engineering solutions.

What you'll be doing

• Provide technical support and troubleshoot mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Investigate equipment failures, identify root causes and implement practical solutions.
• Support field service, commissioning and operational teams locally and internationally.
• Improve equipment reliability, performance and maintenance efficiency.
• Contribute to equipment design improvements and engineering innovation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on technical projects.
• Maintain engineering drawings, technical documentation and safety standards.

What you'll need

• BEng, BSc Eng or BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3–5 years' mechanical engineering experience in mining, drilling or heavy industry.
• Strong mechanical and hydraulic troubleshooting skills, with an understanding of basic electrical systems.
• Experience supporting field operations, equipment maintenance or commissioning.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Proficiency in CAD or engineering design software.
• A practical, analytical approach to problem-solving.
• Valid driver's licence, medical fitness and willingness to travel locally and internationally.

An advantage: ECSA Candidate Engineer registration, GCC Mines & Works, a project management qualification, SolidWorks/Inventor proficiency or hydraulic design experience.

Why this opportunity stands out

• Hands-on involvement with specialised mining and drilling technology.
• Local and international operational exposure.
• A combination of design, troubleshooting, fieldwork and project support.
• Opportunities to contribute to engineering innovation and equipment improvements.

Salary

If you're confident that you fit the role, let's chat! The salary is open for discussion. It will be market related based on qualifications, skills, and experience.