Project Mechanical Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary commensurate with经验

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Project Mechanical Engineer for our Mossel Bay team. You will lead mechanical design, coordinate with project management, and ensure timely, within-budget delivery of diverse mechanical projects.

You will oversee drawings, calculations, procurement, fabrication, and installation, while conducting site inspections and ensuring safety compliance across projects. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering design and development for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with project management to define scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications for mechanical components and systems.
• Oversee procurement, fabrication, and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations and project requirements.
• Prepare project reports and technical documentation, tracking progress and resolving issues.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical design

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Project Mechanical Engineer to join their established team in Mossel Bay . In this role, you will manage the mechanical aspects of diverse projects, ensuring successful design, implementation, and completion within specified timelines and budgets. You will collaborate closely with project managers, clients, and other engineering disciplines to deliver high-quality mechanical solutions. This position is ideal for a proactive engineer looking to take ownership of project deliverables and contribute to impactful engineering initiatives within a thriving coastal community.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering design and development for assigned projects.
• Coordinate with project management to define scope, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Develop detailed engineering drawings, calculations, and specifications for mechanical components and systems.
• Oversee procurement, fabrication, and installation of mechanical equipment.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations and project requirements.
• Prepare project reports and technical documentation, tracking progress and resolving issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a relevant technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in project-based mechanical engineering.
• Proven experience in managing mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems, machinery, and industrial equipment.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for career advancement within project management tracks.
• Work on diverse and challenging industrial projects.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.