Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Industrial Machinery

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead the design of complex industrial machinery, using CAD tools for modeling, analysis, and documentation.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with electrical and software teams, and ensure designs meet performance and safety standards. A strong mechanical background and proven project leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering required. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum 7 years in mechanical design of industrial machinery or complex systems.
• Strong CAD proficiency with SolidWorks, AutoCAD and Inventor; ability to perform simulations and analyses.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of new machinery from concept to production.
• Use CAD tools for 3D modeling, drafting, and BOMs.
• Perform stress and thermal analyses to validate designs.
• Specify materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and production teams.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards and safety regulations.
• Develop design documentation and maintain technical drawings.

Skills

3D CAD proficiency

Project leadership

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will lead the design of complex industrial machinery, using CAD tools for modeling, analysis, and documentation.

You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with electrical and software teams, and ensure designs meet performance and safety standards. A strong mechanical background and proven project leadership are essential.