Mechanotronic Mechanical Engineer

SPILASTYLE CC; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Defense Industry seeks a Design Engineer in Centurion. The position involves creating CAD designs for weapons, project management, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a BEng/BSc and experience in engineering design applications, along with strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Grade 12, 85% Pass Rate (Non-Negotiable).
• 2+ Years of engineering experience required.
• Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics engineering.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and technical drawings.
• Ensure designs meet safety and performance standards.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation and conduct design analysis.

Skills

Proficiency in CAD applications

Design and Implementation

Project Management

Ability to work under pressure

Education

BEng or BSc Degree in Engineering

Grade 12 Certificate

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CATIA

MSC One

Ansys

Job description

MECHATORNIC/MECHANICAL ENGINEER
Location: Centurion
Salary: Negotiable

Our client, a well-established international Defense Industry company, is seeking a Design Engineer to fill a critical gap in their team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in weapon development and production, utilising CAD (SolidWorks) and working on existing projects while taking ownership of assigned tasks.

The role also involves project management responsibilities, ensuring smooth execution and collaboration across teams.

Requirements:
Grade 12, 85% Pass Rate (Non-Negotiable) – Please send Certificate with CV
BEng or BSc Degree (Please submit with cv)
Degree in Engineering (Mechanical OR Mechatronics) – (Please send with CV)
2 + Years of experience required
Proficiency in certain applications/computer programmes
Essential: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA.
Preferred: Simulation software (MSC One, Ansys)
Sound knowledge of: Design and Implementation thereof
Own Transport
Must be willing to travel internationally

Duties:
Develop detailed mechanical designs and technical drawings for Weapons and their components.
Work closely with engineering teams to ensure that designs meet safety, performance, and regulatory standards.
Create 2D and 3D CAD models and technical schematics using CAD software.
Prepare manufacturing documentation, including assembly instructions, parts lists, and technical specifications
Ensure that all designs meet the company’s quality standards and are produced within project timelines.
Perform design analysis, including tolerance checks, stress analysis, and material selection.
Assist with the preparation of reports and presentations to support project development

Application Instruction:
Email: CV and a cover photograph (head and shoulders) to [e-mail] OR [e-mail]
Only applicants that reach the minimum requirements will be considered
If you have not received a reply within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful
Please note, your profile will be kept on our database for future available opportunities