Mechanical Systems Engineer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Diverse engineering projects

Team collaboration

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Mechanical Systems Engineer for their Nelspruit-based team on a hybrid basis. The role focuses on designing, integrating, and validating complex mechanical systems to meet performance, safety, and quality standards.

You will work across disciplines to ensure seamless system operation, with opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical system design and integration.
• Strong understanding of structural, thermal, and dynamics.
• Proficiency with system modeling tools and analytical techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving and holistic system design thinking.
• Good communication skills for hybrid collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop integrated mechanical systems, considering interdependencies between various components and subsystems.
• Perform system-level analysis, including performance, reliability, and safety assessments.
• Create detailed system architecture diagrams, schematics, and integration plans.
• Collaborate with component engineers to ensure successful integration and compatibility.
• Develop and execute system validation and verification test plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to system performance and integration.

Skills

Mechanical design

System-level thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

System modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Systems Engineer to join their team in Nelspruit , operating on a hybrid basis. In this role, you will focus on the design, integration, and validation of complex mechanical systems for various applications. You will be responsible for ensuring that all system components work together seamlessly, meet performance specifications, and adhere to safety and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer with a broad understanding of mechanical principles and a keen eye for system-level design to contribute to impactful projects and grow their expertise in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop integrated mechanical systems, considering interdependencies between various components and subsystems.
• Perform system-level analysis, including performance, reliability, and safety assessments.
• Create detailed system architecture diagrams, schematics, and integration plans.
• Collaborate with component engineers to ensure successful integration and compatibility.
• Develop and execute system validation and verification test plans.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to system performance and integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in mechanical system design and integration.
• Strong understanding of various mechanical disciplines, including structural, thermal, and dynamics.
• Proficiency with system modeling tools and analytical techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think holistically about system design.
• Good communication skills for effective collaboration in a hybrid setting .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Exposure to diverse and challenging engineering projects.
• A supportive team environment focused on innovation and collaboration.