Professional Mechanical Engineer

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking a Professional Mechanical Engineer based in Cape Town, South Africa. The role involves project planning, designing HVAC and plumbing systems, and quality assurance during installations. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant professional registration, and significant experience in the field. Competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-registration experience in mechanical engineering.
• Project management and leadership experience is preferred.
• Strong technical skills in mechanical design and analysis.
• Project management and project leadership experience preferred
• Possess strong technical skills in mechanical design and analysis
• Excellent knowledge of software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and HVAC load calculation software
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Experience in preparing and reviewing engineering drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Responsibilities

• Plan projects, scope, and establish timelines.
• Design HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Estimate costs and budget for mechanical elements.
• Oversee mechanical installations during construction.
• Assure quality through inspections and testing.
• Ensuring quality through inspections and testing
• Managing project schedules and addressing delays
• Assessing and mitigating risks related to mechanical systems
• Documenting project progress and communicating with stakeholders
• Maintaining client relationships and addressing concerns promptly
• Sign off on mechanical projects

Skills

Mechanical design and analysis

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Communication skills

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional engineer registration (Pr Eng/Pr Tech)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

HVAC load calculation software

Job description

Title: Professional Mechanical Engineer

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Key Responsibilities

• Project planning, scoping, and timeline establishment
• Designing HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems.
• Estimating costs and budgeting for mechanical elements.
• Procuring materials and equipment.
• Overseeing mechanical installations during construction.
• Ensuring quality through inspections and testing.
• Managing project schedules and addressing delays.
• Assessing and mitigating risks related to mechanical systems.
• Documenting project progress and communicating with stakeholders.
• Maintaining client relationships and addressing concerns promptly.
• Sign off on mechanical projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Registered as a professional engineer (Pr Eng/Pr Tech)
• Minimum of 8 years of post registration experience in mechanical engineering
• Project management and project leadership experience is preferred
• Possess strong technical skills in mechanical design and analysis
• Excellent knowledge of relevant software tools such as AutoCAD, Revit, and HVAC load calculation software
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and clients
• Experience in preparing and reviewing engineering drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Salary

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Contact

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

• Apply for this role today, contact Alyssa Marson, Elma Pelser, Henker Harmse, Chandre Cordier, Wernardt Snyman or Tameaka Futcher at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
• You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: [e-mail]

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.