Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Advanced Manufacturing

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in Advanced Manufacturing to design cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and processes. You will lead design initiatives, optimize for manufacturability, and collaborate with automation and software teams to drive innovative solutions.

The role demands a strong background in manufacturing technologies, a robust design portfolio, and proven leadership in complex projects within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with focus on manufacturing processes.
• 8+ years of mechanical design experience, notably in advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM tools and FEA.
• Knowledge of CNC machining, robotics, automation, and additive manufacturing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience leading design teams and managing complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced manufacturing machinery and automation systems.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, assembly, and maintainability using CAD/CAM tools.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and kinematic simulations.
• Collaborate with automation specialists, software engineers, and production teams.
• Develop and implement testing protocols for new equipment and validate performance.
• Stay abreast of additive manufacturing, robotics and automation trends and apply them.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering (manufacturing focus)

Tools

Siemens NX

CATIA

Mastercam

FEA tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a specialization in Advanced Manufacturing to join their team in Sandton. This hybrid role involves conceptualizing and designing cutting-edge manufacturing equipment and processes, leveraging modern design tools and techniques. You will play a crucial role in developing solutions that enhance efficiency, precision, and scalability in production environments. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of manufacturing technologies, a strong design portfolio, and the ability to lead complex design initiatives within a dynamic, forward-thinking company.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of advanced manufacturing machinery and automation systems.
• Optimize designs for manufacturability, assembly, and maintainability using state-of-the-art CAD and CAM software.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and kinematic simulations for manufacturing equipment.
• Collaborate closely with automation specialists, software engineers, and production teams to ensure seamless integration of mechanical solutions.
• Develop and implement testing protocols for new equipment, validating performance against specifications.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends in additive manufacturing, robotics, and automation, applying them to design challenges.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field, with a focus on manufacturing processes.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design, with a significant portion dedicated to advanced manufacturing equipment.
• Expertise in CAD/CAM software (e.g., Siemens NX, CATIA, Mastercam) and FEA tools.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machining, robotics, automation, and additive manufacturing techniques.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Proven ability to lead design teams and manage complex technical projects.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Access to advanced manufacturing technologies and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• A stimulating work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.