Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Agri Equipment (Paarl)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Presencial; ZAR 420.000 - 680.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Performance incentives

Professional growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and enhancement of agricultural machinery. You will develop concepts, create 3D models, CAD drawings, and BOMs, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and agronomy teams to deliver robust, reliable equipment.

The role requires a BEng in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years in mechanical design, experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and a strong grasp of hydraulics, structures and power

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years in mechanical design, preferably in agricultural equipment or heavy machinery
• Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks/AutoCAD) with understanding of machine design, hydraulics and power transmission
• Experience with stress analysis or engineering simulations and practical manufacturing knowledge
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, able to work in a team

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop agricultural machinery and components from concept to detail design.
• Create 3D models, drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs) using CAD software.
• Perform mechanical calculations and simulations to ensure performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing and field support to optimise designs for production and use.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, modifications and documentation to meet safety standards and industry requirements.

Conocimientos

CAD software

Machine design principles

Stress analysis

Manufacturing processes

Problem solving

Teamwork & communication

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and enhancement of agricultural machinery. You will develop concepts, create 3D models, CAD drawings, and BOMs, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and agronomy teams to deliver robust, reliable equipment.

The role requires a BEng in Mechanical Engineering with at least 5 years in mechanical design, experience with SolidWorks or AutoCAD, and a strong grasp of hydraulics, structures and power