Remote Junior Mechanical Engineer — Mentorship & Growth

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 78,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Mentorship

Remote work

On-site visits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer for a primarily remote internship based in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will assist senior engineers with HVAC/plumbing designs, perform basic calculations, and help prepare reports and drawings, with on-site visits as projects require.

This role targets recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to gain hands-on experience across mechanical disciplines, supported by a collaborative team and learning opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years of relevant engineering experience including internships.
• Proficiency with CAD and MS Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work remotely with occasional on-site visits.

Responsibilities

• Assist senior engineers with mechanical system design including HVAC and plumbing.
• Perform basic calculations and data analysis.
• Prepare and review drawings, specifications and project docs.
• Support material research and industry best practices.
• Help prepare reports, presentations and meeting minutes.
• Maintain project files and databases.
• Assist with site inspections and data collection.
• Respond to technical queries under supervision.
• Learn company design standards and procedures.
• Participate in team meetings and training.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Eagerness to learn

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer for a primarily remote internship based in Bloemfontein, Free State. You will assist senior engineers with HVAC/plumbing designs, perform basic calculations, and help prepare reports and drawings, with on-site visits as projects require.

This role targets recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to gain hands-on experience across mechanical disciplines, supported by a collaborative team and learning opportunities.