Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Industrial Automation

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Opportunities for professional dev.

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Pretoria to lead the design of industrial automation machinery. You will develop concepts, create 3D models and BOMs, and work with cross‑functional teams to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.

The role emphasizes prototype testing, analysis, and implementation across the full design lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of mechanical design experience, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), and a solid grasp of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical design for industrial machinery or automation systems.
• Strong CAD skills with SolidWorks and 3D modeling experience.
• Solid understanding of gears, bearings, actuators and sensors.
• Experience with pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Knowledge of material selection and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems and components for industrial automation machinery.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and BOMs using SolidWorks.
• Perform calculations, stress analysis and tolerance studies for manufacturability.
• Collaborate with electrical and software teams to integrate designs with control systems.
• Develop and execute test plans for prototypes and analyze performance data.
• Provide technical support during manufacturing, installation and commissioning.
• Research new technologies and components to improve product performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues in field or production settings.
• Document design specs and test results.

Skills

Mechanical design

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Pretoria to lead the design of industrial automation machinery. You will develop concepts, create 3D models and BOMs, and work with cross‑functional teams to ensure robust, manufacturable designs.

The role emphasizes prototype testing, analysis, and implementation across the full design lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of mechanical design experience, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), and a solid grasp of