Senior Hybrid Mechanical Project Lead Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead full lifecycle projects, from concept to commissioning, delivering high-quality mechanical solutions. The role blends remote work flexibility with essential in-person collaboration, emphasizing leadership and cross-functional teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a master's in mechanical engineering, 7+ years of project-managed experience, and strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and design principles.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of mechanical engineering experience with project management.
• Strong knowledge of design principles, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics.
• Experience with MS Project or Asana for project tracking.
• Hybrid work model with on-site collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee design, analysis, and testing of mechanical systems and components.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including electrical, software, and operations.
• Conduct site visits and provide technical support during installation and commissioning.
• Manage project risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mechanical design

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Asana

Job description

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a seasoned Mechanical Engineer to lead full lifecycle projects, from concept to commissioning, delivering high-quality mechanical solutions. The role blends remote work flexibility with essential in-person collaboration, emphasizing leadership and cross-functional teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have a master's in mechanical engineering, 7+ years of project-managed experience, and strong knowledge of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and design principles.