Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Performance-based bonus

Health & retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical to lead the design and development of complex mechanical components and systems from concept to production launch. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, using advanced simulations to ensure performance, reliability, and manufacturability.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering with 8+ years of experience, expert CAD/FEA skills, strong GD&T knowledge, and proven project leadership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical product design.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks or similar high-end CAD packages and FEA software.
• In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
• Proven experience in leading design projects and managing technical challenges.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process for new products, ensuring all technical specifications are met.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bills of Materials using CAD software.
• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to validate designs.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for production processes.
• Troubleshoot design issues and implement solutions throughout the product development cycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards and tools in Vereeniging.

Skills

SolidWorks

FEA

CFD

GD&T

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical to contribute to their cutting-edge product development efforts in Vereeniging . This role involves leading the design and development of complex mechanical components and systems, from initial concept through to production launch. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, utilizing advanced simulation tools and methodologies to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and manufacturability. The ideal candidate is passionate about innovation and possesses a strong portfolio of successful mechanical design projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design process for new products, ensuring all technical specifications are met.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and Bills of Materials using CAD software.
• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to validate designs.
• Work closely with manufacturing engineers to optimize designs for production processes.
• Troubleshoot design issues and implement solutions throughout the product development cycle.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design standards and tools in Vereeniging .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in mechanical product design.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks or similar high-end CAD packages and FEA software.
• In-depth knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and GD&T.
• Proven experience in leading design projects and managing technical challenges.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for advanced technical training and certifications.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• A creative and collaborative work environment in Vereeniging .