Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Network Finance; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 380,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Gauteng to lead projects from concept to delivery. You should hold a Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering and have at least 3 years of design, development and project execution experience.

Proficiency in MS Office and SolidWorks, plus a valid driver’s licence, are required. You will develop designs and technical docs, plan projects, allocate resources, and ensure compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical engineering design, development and project execution.
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and MS Project.
• Strong experience with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering projects from concept through to delivery.
• Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and project milestones.
• Collaborate with production, manufacturing, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Ensure designs comply with technical specifications and engineering standards.
• Support product development, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

MS Office

SolidWorks

MS Project

Driver's license

Education

Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering


• Minimum 3 years' experience in mechanical engineering design, development, and project execution


• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, and MS Project


• Strong experience with SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software


• Valid driver's licence and own vehicle

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate engineering projects from concept through to delivery


• Develop and review engineering designs, drawings, and technical documentation


• Manage project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and project milestones


• Collaborate with production, manufacturing, and engineering teams to deliver high-quality solutions


• Ensure designs comply with technical specifications and engineering standards


• Support product development, testing, and continuous improvement initiatives

Advantageous Experience

• Exposure to defence, marine, automotive, or heavy engineering sectors


• Experience with specialised vehicle, trailer, or marine craft design


• Involvement in prototype development and testing programmes

The Ideal Candidate

• A strong technical problem-solver who takes ownership of projects


• Organised, deadline-driven, and detail-oriented


• Comfortable working independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment


• Adaptable and capable of performing in a fast-paced engineering environment

The best engineering projects are not remembered because they were easy. They are remembered because they solved a problem others couldn't. If you're looking for a role where your technical expertise, creativity, and project leadership can make a real difference, we'd like to hear from you.