Mechanical Systems Designer

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health & retirement benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Mechanical Systems Designer for our East London engineering team. You will conceptualize, design, and develop complex mechanical systems, creating detailed 3D models, drawings, and BOMs for manufacturing.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, at least 5 years of experience, and strong CAD skills (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD) with PDM proficiency. A hybrid work setting and cross-functional collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical system design and development.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD) and PDM systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with system integration and troubleshooting complex assemblies.
• Able to work in a hybrid environment and collaborate with teams in East London.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop intricate mechanical systems, sub-systems, and components using CAD software.
• Create detailed 2D drawings, 3D models, and BOMs for manufacturing and assembly.
• Perform calculations and analyses to meet performance, strength, and thermal requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integrated system design.
• Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities; modify designs as needed.
• Maintain and update design documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

PDM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative and meticulous Mechanical Systems Designer to join their engineering department in East London . This role focuses on the conceptualization, design, and development of complex mechanical systems for various industrial applications. You will be responsible for creating detailed 3D models, generating technical drawings, and ensuring that designs meet performance, safety, and manufacturing requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong aptitude for problem-solving, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to translate project requirements into functional and efficient mechanical solutions within a collaborative team setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop intricate mechanical systems, sub-systems, and components using CAD software .
• Create detailed 2D drawings, 3D models, and Bill of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing and assembly.
• Perform calculations and analyses to ensure designs meet specified performance, strength, and thermal requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers, software developers, and manufacturing personnel, to ensure integrated system design.
• Support prototype development, testing, and validation activities, making necessary design modifications.
• Maintain and update design documentation throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical system design and development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD) and PDM systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with system integration and troubleshooting complex mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment and collaborate with teams in East London .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging and diverse mechanical design projects.
• A supportive team culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.