Mechanical Technologist – End-to-End Product Development

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is looking for a Creative Mechanical Technologist to manage product stages from research to final commissioning. Responsibilities include developing mechanical components, testing prototypes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have significant mechanical engineering experience, with proficiency in PLM, FEA, and CAD software. A BSc in Engineering is required. This role offers a competitive and negotiable salary based on experience, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience in mechanical engineering.
• Hands-on experience with CAM and CAE tools.
• Solid understanding of mechanics, kinematics, thermodynamics, and materials science.

Responsibilities

• Perform a full lifecycle product development.
• Conduct experiments methodically and analyze data.
• Evaluate the final product’s performance, reliability, and safety.

Skills

Mechanical engineering experience

Product lifecycle management (PLM)

Finite element analysis (FEA)

Computational fluid dynamics (CFD)

Computer-aided engineering (CAM)

Computer-aided manufacturing (CAE)

2D or 3D engineering design tools

Engineering analysis tools

Mathematical computing tools

Creativity and analytical skills

Technical writing skills

Communication of technical knowledge

Education

BSc degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ProE

ANSYS

ProMechanica

Matlab

Excel

LabView

Job description

A recruitment firm is looking for a Creative Mechanical Technologist to manage product stages from research to final commissioning. Responsibilities include developing mechanical components, testing prototypes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have significant mechanical engineering experience, with proficiency in PLM, FEA, and CAD software. A BSc in Engineering is required. This role offers a competitive and negotiable salary based on experience, with opportunities for professional growth.