Project Engineer

Zecutive Consultants; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Zecutive Consultants seeks an experienced Mechanical Engineer with strong Business Development skills to identify opportunities in mining and industrial sectors and convert them into technically sound, commercially viable projects.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to secure new business, translate operational challenges into robust solutions, and lead client discussions from concept to implementation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Commercially minded Mechanical Engineer with client-facing experience.
• Ability to translate client requirements into technically and commercially viable projects.
• Experience in mining/industrial sectors and energy-efficiency projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in mining, minerals processing and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.
• Engage with clients to understand operational challenges and energy consumption profiles.
• Translate client requirements into viable project concepts and business cases.
• Develop proposals, technical solutions, preliminary designs, cost estimates and cases for prospective projects.
• Lead or support client presentations and discussions; work with specialists to develop solutions.
• Support negotiations to move opportunities to project award and maintain an opportunity pipeline.

Skills

Business development

Client relations

Communication skills

Project management

Team leadership

Energy efficiency

Education

BEng/BSc Mechanical Engineering

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is for an experienced and skilled Mechanical Engineer with sound Business Development expertise. The successful candidate will combine strong mechanical engineering experience with commercial and client-facing capabilities to identify energy-efficiency opportunities, develop technically and commercially viable solutions, build business cases and support the Company in converting opportunities into successful projects.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to secure new business.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the mining, minerals processing and industrial sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients,
• Engage with clients to understand operational challenges, energy consumption profiles and improvement opportunities.
• Translate client requirements and operational challenges into technically and commercially viable project concepts.
• Develop proposals, technical solutions, preliminary designs, cost estimates and business cases for prospective projects.
• Lead or support client presentations and technical/commercial discussions. Work with technical specialists to develop custom solutions.
• Support the negotiation and commercialisation of opportunities through to project award.
• Maintain an active pipeline of opportunities and provide regular updates on business-development activities.
• Identify opportunities for expanding services with existing clients.
• Lead and manage project teams, including engineers, technicians, and contractors, to ensure effective project development and resource utilization.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to junior team members to foster professional growth and development.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities involved in mining and industrial projects.
• Actively engage with stakeholders to understand project requirements, address concerns, and ensure their satisfaction throughout the project development lifecycle.
• Conduct regular stakeholder meetings, presentations, and progress reviews to ensure alignment and effective communication.
• The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by management.
• This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of engineering, energy efficiency and business development, solving complex challenges for some of South Africa's largest mining and industrial operations. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence projects from initial client engagement and concept development through to project implementation.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate is a commercially minded Mechanical Engineer who enjoys working directly with clients and solving complex industrial problems. Should be equally comfortable discussing technical solutions with other engineers, understanding operational challenges with plant personnel and presenting project business cases to senior management.

Essential

• BEng/BSc/Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years' relevant post-graduation experience
• Minimum 3-5+ years of experience in Business Development in the mining or industrial sector
• Proven mechanical engineering/project development experience
• Demonstrated client relationship management experience
• Proven ability to identify and develop engineering opportunities
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Project management experience
• Ability to work independently and lead teams
• Strong commercial and problem-solving capability

Highly Recommended

• Knowledge in mining, minerals processing or heavy industry.
• Experience with energy-efficiency projects.
• Experience with energy audits and feasibility studies.
• Experience with performance-based/project-financed energy projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and industrial equipment, with experience in energy-intensive systems such as compressors, pumps, refrigeration systems, fans, crushers, conveyors and cooling systems.

Personal Attributes

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for business growth.
• Energetic, confident, and highly professional.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Persuasive and influential communicator.
• Proactive, resilient, and persistent in pursuing opportunities.
• Strategic thinker with strong commercial acumen.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Independent self-starter with a high level of accountability.
• Strong problem-solving skills and solution-oriented approach.
• Passion for innovation, technology, and energy efficiency solutions.

REMUNERATION

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages, along with opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic and challenging work environment

Only RSA citizens will be considered for this position - must be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We may however keep your CV on our database for future opportunities. If you do not wish to be considered for other roles, please clearly state so on the application. By applying for this position you grant us access to your personal information.