Nuclear Mechanical Engineer: Design & Delivery Leader

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd.; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineer/Technologist to deliver compliant, cost-effective designs across tender to handover.

You will ensure outputs meet client requirements and standards, and provide technical support across projects, proposals, procurement, commissioning and handover. Role requires 5+ years in nuclear mechanical design, with strong knowledge of ASME/SABS/IAEA codes, and experience in safety case development.

Qualifications

• Sc./ BEng /BTech in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer/Technologist with ECSA (Engineering Council of South Africa).
• Recognised or authorised Safety Evaluator status (e.g., 10 CFR 50.59 or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop engineering calculations, drawings, datasheets, and specifications.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and client requirements.
• Address and close internal and external design review comments.
• Identify and manage technical risks within assigned scope.
• Interface with Project Engineering, Procurement, Cost Control and SHEQ teams on design requirements.
• Review material specifications and procurement documents for nuclear applications.
• Provide technical support to site teams and resolve site queries.
• Support commissioning activities, including procedure compilation and testing.

Skills

MS Office

CAD software

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Reading drawings

Negotiation

Technical writing

Education

BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer/Technologist (ECSA)

Safety Evaluator status (preferred)

Job description

Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty. Ltd. seeks a skilled Mechanical Engineer/Technologist to deliver compliant, cost-effective designs across tender to handover.

You will ensure outputs meet client requirements and standards, and provide technical support across projects, proposals, procurement, commissioning and handover. Role requires 5+ years in nuclear mechanical design, with strong knowledge of ASME/SABS/IAEA codes, and experience in safety case development.