Mechanical Engineer - Renewable Energy Impact in Upington

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Upington projects

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Sustainable impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and optimize mechanical systems for renewable energy projects in Upington. You will work on solar or wind technology, ensuring efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness across project lifecycles.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 3–5 years in mechanical design, and proficiency with CAD tools. A proactive problem-solver with good communication will thrive in this cross-disciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3–5 years in mechanical design, preferably in renewable energy.
• Familiarity with solar or wind tech is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer mechanical components and systems for renewable energy projects.
• Conduct performance analysis and optimization for efficiency and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical engineers and project managers.
• Prepare technical documentation: design specs and manufacturing data.
• Support installation, commissioning and maintenance of renewable energy systems.
• Stay updated with renewable energy tech and mechanical engineering best practices.

Skills

Mechanical design

Renewable energy systems

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Engineering analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design and optimize mechanical systems for renewable energy projects in Upington. You will work on solar or wind technology, ensuring efficiency, durability, and cost-effectiveness across project lifecycles.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 3–5 years in mechanical design, and proficiency with CAD tools. A proactive problem-solver with good communication will thrive in this cross-disciplinary environment.