Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Innovate in George

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid & retirement fund

Training & growth

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team. You will design and optimise mechanical products and systems, focusing on reliability and efficiency.

You will apply advanced CAD tools, perform structural and thermal analyses, and prepare detailed drawings for manufacturing. The role emphasises problem solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of mechanical product design and development experience.
• Proficiency in 2D/3D CAD tools (Inventor or SolidWorks) and FEA/CFD tools.
• Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing techniques, and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new mechanical products and improve existing ones using advanced CAD tools.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and simulations for structural integrity, thermal performance, and fluid dynamics.
• Create comprehensive technical drawings and specifications for manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, quality assurance, and procurement, to ensure project success.
• Conduct root cause analysis for design-related issues and implement corrective actions.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in mechanical engineering technologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

FEA

CFD

Job description

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join our engineering team. You will design and optimise mechanical products and systems, focusing on reliability and efficiency.

You will apply advanced CAD tools, perform structural and thermal analyses, and prepare detailed drawings for manufacturing. The role emphasises problem solving, collaboration, and continuous improvement.