Mechanical Product Developer - From Concept to Market (Hybrid)

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Bonuses

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer in Klerksdorp to lead mechanical design from concept to production. You will work hands-on with CAD models, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support, collaborating with design, marketing, and production teams to meet performance targets.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in product development, proficiency in SolidWorks or Creo and PDM, knowledge of plastics and metal processes, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years in product development bringing mechanical products to market.
• Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks, Creo) and PDM systems.
• Experience with design validation, prototyping, and testing.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design and development of new products from concept through to commercialization.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and manufacturing drawings.
• Conduct design validation through analysis (FEA, thermal) and prototype testing.
• Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing to ensure manufacturability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Document design iterations, test results, and project progress.

Skills

Product development

CAD software

FEA

Prototyping

Manufacturing

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Creo

PDM systems

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer in Klerksdorp to lead mechanical design from concept to production. You will work hands-on with CAD models, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing support, collaborating with design, marketing, and production teams to meet performance targets.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in product development, proficiency in SolidWorks or Creo and PDM, knowledge of plastics and metal processes, and