Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote work options

Training programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng Benoni is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to conceptualize, design, and develop mechanical products and systems, ensuring performance, quality, and cost objectives are met. You will lead the lifecycle from concept to production in a collaborative environment.

The role requires 5+ years in mechanical design, strong CAD/simulation skills, and a proactive mentoring approach to junior engineers. Flexible hours and remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools (SolidWorks/Inventor, ANSYS/COMSOL).

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Create 3D models and drawings, and finalize specifications.
• Perform FEA/CFD analyses to validate and optimize designs.
• Mentor junior engineers and support process improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their innovative engineering department in Benoni . This role is essential for conceptualizing, designing, and developing new mechanical products and systems, ensuring they meet rigorous performance, quality, and cost objectives. You will work within a collaborative environment, contributing to product lifecycles from initial concept through to production. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a significant impact in the industrial sector of Gauteng.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Create detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and specifications using advanced CAD software.
• Perform analysis such as Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) to validate and optimize designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to ensure designs are optimized for production efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct design reviews, identify potential risks, and implement solutions to ensure product integrity.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Expertise in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) and simulation tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL).
• Strong understanding of material properties, manufacturing processes, and engineering best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and company-sponsored training programs.
• Flexible working hours and remote work options.
• A collaborative and innovative engineering culture.