Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary bonus

Health benefits

Hybrid work model

Growth opportunities

Varied projects

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay invites a dynamic Mechanical Engineer focused on product development to design, analyze, and test new mechanical products from concept to launch. You will work with R&D, marketing and manufacturing teams in a hybrid environment, blending on-site collaboration with remote work to accelerate innovation.

With 2–4 years in product development or mechanical design, you will leverage SolidWorks or Inventor, perform basic stress checks, and help bring ideas to market while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 2–4 years in product development or mechanical design.
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor) and basic simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new mechanical components and systems using 3D CAD.
• Perform tolerance analysis and basic stress calculations.
• Create manufacturing drawings and specifications for production.
• Collaborate with prototyping teams to test and iterate designs.
• Work with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for mass production.
• Document design processes, test results, and changes.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Engineering simulation tools

Job description

Our client seeks a dynamic Mechanical Engineer specializing in Product Development to join their innovative team in Mossel Bay . This role involves hands-on design, analysis, and testing of new mechanical products and systems, from ideation through to market launch. You will collaborate closely with R&D, marketing, and manufacturing teams to bring novel solutions to life. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to product innovation, work on exciting projects, and grow your career in a supportive and flexible work environment that blends on-site collaboration with remote working capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new mechanical components and systems using 3D CAD modeling software.
• Conduct engineering analysis, including tolerance analysis and basic stress calculations, to ensure design integrity.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and supporting documentation for production.
• Collaborate with prototyping teams to build and test new product designs, iterating based on results.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are optimized for mass production.
• Document design processes, test results, and design changes thoroughly.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 2-4 years of experience in product development or mechanical design roles.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and basic understanding of engineering simulation tools.
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes relevant to product design.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork abilities , crucial for hybrid collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• A hybrid work model allowing for a balance between office and remote work.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• Exposure to diverse product development projects.
• A collaborative and innovative work culture.