Mechanical Product Developer - Hybrid, Growth & Innovation

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Product Development Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their East London team. You will bring concepts to market, focusing on mechanical design, prototyping, and testing in a hybrid work setting with cross-functional collaboration.

The role demands a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 3–5 years in product development, and hands-on CAD and simulation experience. You will work with designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing partners to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of product development and mechanical design experience.
• Proficient in CAD and simulation tools; knowledge of manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for new consumer products.
• Create and refine 3D CAD models and technical drawings for prototypes and production.
• Conduct engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration simulations.
• Oversee prototype development and testing, documenting results and identifying areas for improvement.
• Work closely with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are optimized for efficient production.
• Contribute to product strategy, defining technical specifications and feasibility assessments.

Skills

3-5 years experience

CAD software

Mechanical design

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Product Development Engineer with a strong mechanical background to join their East London team. You will bring concepts to market, focusing on mechanical design, prototyping, and testing in a hybrid work setting with cross-functional collaboration.

The role demands a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 3–5 years in product development, and hands-on CAD and simulation experience. You will work with designers, electrical engineers, and manufacturing partners to deliver