NPI Mechanical Engineer: Launch New Products & Prototyping

Placements24; Graafwater; On-site; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the New Product Introduction (NPI) team in Paarl, Western Cape. You will contribute across concept to mass production, combining design, analysis, prototyping, and testing to ensure robust, manufacturable products.

You will collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance to deliver designs that meet performance requirements, while applying CAD, FEA, and manufacturing knowledge in a fast-paced NPI environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–4 years of mechanical design and NPI experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or Inventor and basic FEA.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (injection molding, machining).

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for new products using CAD software.
• Conduct engineering analysis (FEA, thermal) to validate designs and predict performance.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs for new product components.
• Support prototype builds and testing activities, troubleshooting issues and implementing design modifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for mass production.
• Work with quality team to define inspection criteria and ensure reliability.
• Document design changes, test results, and process parameters.
• Participate in cross-functional NPI team meetings with technical insights.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and product safety regulations.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

Cross-functional collaboration

DFM/DFMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

FEA tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join the New Product Introduction (NPI) team in Paarl, Western Cape. You will contribute across concept to mass production, combining design, analysis, prototyping, and testing to ensure robust, manufacturable products.

You will collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance to deliver designs that meet performance requirements, while applying CAD, FEA, and manufacturing knowledge in a fast-paced NPI environment.