Mechanical Engineer - Manufacturing Support

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-the-job training

Stable work environment

Development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a proactive Mechanical Engineer to support production in Queenstown. The role focuses on optimizing processes, troubleshooting on the line, and implementing improvements to boost efficiency, quality and safety.

You will collaborate with production, maintenance and QA, develop SOPs, and participate in new equipment design and tooling. This is a hands-on, practical role requiring strong problem-solving and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery and automation.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical systems in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support for mechanical issues impacting production lines.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
• Implement modifications to machinery and processes to enhance performance and reliability.
• Develop and update SOPs for mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team on equipment repairs and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and tooling.

Skills

Manufacturing processes

Machinery

Automation

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a proactive Mechanical Engineer to provide essential support to their manufacturing operations in Queenstown . This role is focused on optimizing manufacturing processes, troubleshooting mechanical issues on the production line, and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety. You will work closely with production teams, maintenance staff, and quality assurance to ensure smooth and reliable manufacturing operations. This is a hands-on position requiring strong problem-solving skills and a practical understanding of industrial machinery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support for mechanical issues impacting production lines.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities for process improvement and waste reduction.
• Implement modifications to machinery and processes to enhance performance and reliability.
• Develop and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for mechanical equipment.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team on equipment repairs and preventative maintenance strategies.
• Participate in the design and implementation of new manufacturing equipment and tooling.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering role.
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, machinery, and automation.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting mechanical systems in a production environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package for the Queenstown region.
• Opportunity to directly impact manufacturing efficiency and product quality.
• On-the-job training and continuous professional development.
• A stable and supportive work environment.
• Contribution to process improvements in a key industrial setting.