On-Site Lead Mechanical Project Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

On-site parking

Team events

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead end-to-end mechanical projects—from concept through design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning—in a demanding manufacturing environment.

You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, mentor teams, coordinate CAD drawings and BOMs, and liaise with manufacturing and quality assurance to deliver high-quality outcomes and strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in mechanical engineering including 2+ years in a project mgmt/engineering role.
• Experience managing industrial equipment or machinery projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering projects from conception to completion within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop project plans, milestones, and allocate engineering resources.
• Coordinate with design teams to produce CAD drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and QA to ensure smooth execution.
• Manage on-site installation and commissioning activities and troubleshoot issues.
• Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for new projects.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety regulations and client requirements.
• Prepare progress reports and technical documentation for stakeholders.
• Communicate project status, risks, and challenges to management and clients.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of PM processes and engineering practices.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Placements24 in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer to lead end-to-end mechanical projects—from concept through design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning—in a demanding manufacturing environment.

You will manage scope, schedule, and budget, mentor teams, coordinate CAD drawings and BOMs, and liaise with manufacturing and quality assurance to deliver high-quality outcomes and strong client relationships.