Mechanical Engineer (Trailers)

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Mechanical Engineer with 5 to 10 years of experience. The role involves product development, managing projects from start to finish, and maintaining good interdepartmental relations. The ideal candidate must hold a B.Tech, B.Sc, or B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering and be proficient in both English and Afrikaans. Experience with CAD software is essential. This position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience required.
• Functional independence expected.
• Proficient in English and Afrikaans.

Responsibilities

• Report to engineering manager.
• Manage and maintain products, database, and standards.
• Assist production and repair departments.
• Create nesting for plasma when needed.
• Data capturing and filing.

Skills

Excellent communication

Numeracy

Computer literacy

People management

Problem-solving

Analytic ability

Proficient in MS Office

Proficient in CAD software

Detail oriented

Deadline driven

Education

B.Tech, B.Sc or B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Inventor

FEA software

Nesting Software

Job description

Responsibilities

Reports to engineering manager.

Product development and design.

Take on complete projects from start to finish including special projects.

Stress analysis.

Training will be given when necessary.

Preferred if they have some knowledge of it.

Load distributions and general arrangement drawings.

Assist in implementing drawing standards / processes / documentation etc.

Assist / manage draughtsman with engineering manager once experienced enough.

Manage and maintain products / database / standards / administration etc.

Assist production and repair departments as needed.

Create nesting for plasma from time to time if draughtsman are not able.

Assist with day to day.

Data capturing and filing.

Bills of materials.

Proper planning and time management.

The successful candidate will be expected to function successfully on their own.

Maintain good interdepartmental communication and relations.

Qualities / Skills

Excellent communication, numeracy, and computer literacy skills.

Good people management skills and management of staff.

Identifying problems and implement preventative strategies to minimise risk.

Being able to develop good working relationships and trust with various teams.

Strong problem-solving skills, analytic ability and be very detail oriented.

Working well with many different departments and external suppliers.

Always keeping the end-user / customer in mind.

Being results and deadline driven.

Proficient in MS Office and CAD software.

Requirements

Experience: 5 to 10 years.

Qualifications

B.Tech, B.Sc or B.Eng in Mechanical Engineering essential.

Professional Registrations: Not required.

Software

Microsoft Office (proficient) (excel, word, outlook), Nesting Software (any but not critical), any 3D design package (AutoCAD and Inventor preferred), FEA software (advantageous).

Proficient in both English and Afrikaans. (Crucial)

Notice period

Not more than 1 month.

Salary

Salary: CTC R