Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Career advancement opportunities

Team oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Mechanical Engineer to drive the full product development lifecycle, from concept and prototyping to testing and production support. The role blends in-office collaboration with a hybrid approach across Welkom region.

You will design mechanical components, run CAD analyses, and collaborate with electronics, software, and manufacturing engineers to optimize for performance, cost, and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks).
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and materials.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test mechanical components and sub-systems for new products.
• Utilize CAD software to create detailed 3D models, drawings, and schematics.
• Conduct performance, stress, and thermal analysis to ensure product reliability.
• Collaborate with electronics, software, and manufacturing engineers.
• Support prototyping and contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Document design changes and technical specifications throughout the process.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer to contribute to their dynamic product development team. This role involves the entire lifecycle of product design, from initial concept and prototyping to testing and production support. You will work in a collaborative environment that balances in-office innovation with remote flexibility. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects, applying your engineering expertise to create innovative and high-quality products. You will be an integral part of a team focused on bringing new ideas to market, ensuring mechanical components are optimized for performance, cost, and manufacturability within the Welkom region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test mechanical components and sub-systems for new products.


• Utilize CAD software to create detailed 3D models, drawings, and schematics.


• Conduct performance, stress, and thermal analysis to ensure product reliability.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electronics, software, and manufacturing engineers.


• Support prototyping efforts and contribute to design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives.


• Document design changes and technical specifications throughout the product development process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.


• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks).


• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes and materials.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good communication and teamwork abilities, comfortable in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.


• Hybrid work model offering a balance of office and remote work.


• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.


• A vibrant team environment focused on innovation and product excellence.