Senior Mechanical CAD & Engineering Systems Consultant

Mecad Systems; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecad Systems, located in Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to join their consulting team. This role involves delivering engineering consulting services, conducting assessments, and improving design workflows across various industries including manufacturing and automotive.

The ideal candidate should have a mechanical or mechatronic engineering qualification and substantial CAD experience, preferably in SOLIDWORKS. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years’ experience in mechanical design, product development, manufacturing, or engineering systems.
• Strong CAD experience, preferably SOLIDWORKS.
• Good understanding of drawings, BOMs, revision control, manufacturing, and design release processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engineering consulting services to customers.
• Conduct drawing office and engineering process assessments.
• Help customers improve design workflows and engineering documentation.
• Assist with SOLIDWORKS, PDM, and related technology implementations.

Skills

Mechanical design

Product development

CAD (SOLIDWORKS)

Problem-solving

Communication

Project delivery

Education

Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering qualification

Tools

PDM

PLM

ERP

SOLIDWORKS

Job description

Mecad Systems, located in Gauteng, South Africa, is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to join their consulting team. This role involves delivering engineering consulting services, conducting assessments, and improving design workflows across various industries including manufacturing and automotive.

The ideal candidate should have a mechanical or mechatronic engineering qualification and substantial CAD experience, preferably in SOLIDWORKS. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential.