Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company

Generous annual leave and company

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein seeks a Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical to lead the design of complex mechanical components from concept to production-ready designs. The role requires a strong foundation in mechanical engineering and a track record of design excellence.

You will mentor junior engineers, perform advanced CAD modeling, FEA, and collaborate with manufacturing to optimize cost and manufacturability. A Bachelor's or Master's degree and 8+ years of experience are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience with product development focus.
• Expertise in 3D CAD modeling (SolidWorks, Inventor) and 2D drafting.
• Strong knowledge of FEA software and design validation.
• Experience with materials selection and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of mechanical components and assemblies using CAD.
• Perform stress, thermal, and vibration analyses for validation.
• Create manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and specs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize for cost and production.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.
• Champion design reviews and ensure quality compliance.

Skills

Mentorship

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

FEA software

2D drafting

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical to join their esteemed engineering department in Bloemfontein. This role is central to the innovation and development of our client's product portfolio. You will be responsible for leading the design process for complex mechanical components and systems, from initial concept through to production-ready designs. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in mechanical principles, a proven track record in design excellence, and the ability to mentor junior engineers, contributing to a culture of technical mastery and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the detailed design and development of mechanical components, assemblies, and systems using advanced CAD software.
• Perform comprehensive engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and vibration analysis, to ensure design robustness.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, bills of materials, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior design engineers.
• Champion design reviews and ensure adherence to quality and project requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering, with a significant focus on product development.
• Expertise in 3D CAD modeling (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and 2D drafting.
• Strong knowledge of FEA software and its application in design validation.
• Experience with materials selection and manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, casting, plastics).
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company contributions.
• Generous annual leave and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.