Mechanical Systems Design Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Skills training

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer to join its operations team. You will design, develop, and implement complex mechanical systems that support core operations, ensuring robust, efficient designs that meet high quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years in mechanical design, and proficiency with CAD tools such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical design and systems engineering experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software and basic simulation tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer mechanical systems and components per specs.
• Conduct stress and thermal analyses to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and maintenance for producibility.
• Develop detailed drawings, schematics and BOMs.
• Troubleshoot issues to improve performance and reliability.
• Participate in design reviews in Bloemfontein.

Skills

CAD

Stress analysis

BOM management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Systems Design Engineer to join their operational team in Bloemfontein . This role is integral to the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems that support the company's core operations. You will be responsible for ensuring that all mechanical designs are robust, efficient, and meet high-quality standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a practical understanding of engineering principles, contributing to the reliability and performance of systems within the Free State region, working within a supportive and technically focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer mechanical systems and components, ensuring adherence to technical specifications and project requirements.
• Conduct stress analysis, thermal analysis, and other relevant engineering calculations to validate designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and maintenance teams to ensure designs are practical and easily producible/maintainable.
• Develop detailed technical documentation, including drawings, schematics, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Troubleshoot mechanical system issues and implement effective solutions to improve performance and reliability.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise to support project goals in Bloemfontein .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and systems engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) and basic simulation tools.
• Solid understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment in Bloemfontein .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for skills enhancement and technical training.
• Stable and secure employment with a reputable company.
• Positive and collaborative workplace culture in Free State .