Mechanical Engineer - CAD Design for Industrial Machinery (Hybrid)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Híbrido; ZAR 420.000 - 640.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Port Elizabeth-based client in the agricultural machinery sector. The role focuses on design, development and improvement of mechanical systems across the product lifecycle, from concept to production support.

The successful candidate will use 3D CAD (SolidWorks or Inventor), perform analyses, and collaborate with production to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness. 2–5 years' experience required.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 2–5 years of experience in mechanical design or product development, preferably with industrial machinery or agricultural equipment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor) and 2D drafting.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for new industrial machinery using CAD software.
• Create detailed technical drawings, schematics, and BOMs.
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations (stress, kinematic) to verify design performance.
• Collaborate with production to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective.
• Support assembly and testing of prototypes, troubleshoot issues, and implement design changes.
• Develop technical documentation including user manuals and maintenance guides.
• Evaluate existing designs for improvements in performance and reliability.

Conocimientos

Mechanical design

3D CAD

Problem solving

Teamwork

Prototyping

FEA knowledge

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

SolidWorks

Inventor

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer for its Port Elizabeth-based client in the agricultural machinery sector. The role focuses on design, development and improvement of mechanical systems across the product lifecycle, from concept to production support.

The successful candidate will use 3D CAD (SolidWorks or Inventor), perform analyses, and collaborate with production to ensure manufacturability and cost effectiveness. 2–5 years' experience required.