Mechanical Engineer (Pr.Eng)

Network Finance; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance seeks a senior mechanical engineer to lead thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers, pressure vessels and related process equipment for large-scale projects in SA’s engineering sector.

The role requires Pr.Eng registration with ECSA, extensive experience in pressure vessel fabrication, and strong supplier liaison and commissioning skills. You will prepare tender documentation, oversee fabrication quality, and support project execution on site.

Qualifications

• Experience in heat transfer, pressure vessel design and fabrication.
• Proven ability to prepare proposals and tender documentation.
• Strong supplier liaison and commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers and pressure vessels.
• Prepare cost estimates, proposals and tender documentation.
• Oversee fabrication quality and assist with commissioning.
• Coordinate drawings and engineering documentation, and manage supplier interactions.

Skills

Pressure Vessel Design

Vessel Fabrication

Heat Exchanger Design

Shell & Tube Design

Education

BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering + Pr.Eng with ECSA

Tools

ASME Section VIII Division 1

Job description

Job & Company description:

Our client is a leading South African engineering and manufacturing organisation delivering specialised solutions for complex industrial and infrastructure projects. Operating within a highly regulated environment, the company is recognised for its technical excellence, innovation, quality standards, and commitment to delivering large-scale projects across the defence, manufacturing, and engineering sectors.

Lead the thermal and mechanical design of heat exchangers, pressure vessels and related process equipment. Prepare cost estimates, proposals and tender documentation, support clients throughout project execution, oversee fabrication quality, coordinate drawings and engineering documentation, assist with commissioning activities, manage supplier interactions and ensure compliance with applicable design codes and quality standards.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

• BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering with professional registration as a Pr.Eng with ECSA.


• Proven experience in Pressure Vessel Design and Vessel Fabrication within a manufacturing or process plant environment.


• Strong experience in Heat Exchanger Design, including Shell & Tube and/or Plate Heat Exchangers.


• Working knowledge of ASME Section VIII Division 1 and other relevant pressure equipment design standards.


• Advanced mechanical design, engineering calculations, project execution, supplier liaison and commissioning experience within the heat transfer, pressure vessel or related process equipment industry.