Mechanical Engineer - Manufacturing Support

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Hybrid work

Hands-on experience

Team environment

Production impact

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to support our manufacturing operations. You will focus on ensuring reliability, efficiency, and optimal performance of machinery, troubleshooting issues, and implementing improvements for new equipment installations.

This role offers a hybrid work model with on-site presence at our Paarl facility and remote administrative tasks, fostering a flexible and productive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of mechanical engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for mechanical aspects of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical failures, breakdowns, and performance issues in production machinery.
• Implement modifications and upgrades to existing equipment to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for critical mechanical systems.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with the production team to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Hydraulics

Pneumatics

Rotating Equipment

Troubleshooting

Reading Drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Engineer to provide essential support to their manufacturing operations in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is focused on ensuring the reliability, efficiency, and optimal performance of manufacturing machinery and systems. You will be responsible for troubleshooting mechanical issues, implementing improvements, and supporting new equipment installations to maintain high production standards. The position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a blend of on-site presence at our Paarl facility and remote administrative tasks, fostering a flexible and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for mechanical aspects of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical failures, breakdowns, and performance issues in production machinery.
• Implement modifications and upgrades to existing equipment to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for critical mechanical systems.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of new manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate with the production team to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical qualification.
• 3-5 years of experience in a mechanical engineering role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and rotating equipment.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repair of industrial machinery.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and schematics.
• Good communication and teamwork skills, with the capacity for independent work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for hands-on experience and skill development.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangement to support work-life integration.
• Supportive team environment within our Paarl manufacturing operations.
• Contribution to the efficiency and success of the production facility.