Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Innovate & Optimize

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and optimization of complex mechanical systems for advanced industrial applications.

You will design with CAD, perform FEA/CFD analyses, generate drawings and BOMs, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, compliant solutions.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA) and FEA/CFD tools.
• Strong understanding of materials science, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and structural analysis.
• Experience with machining, injection molding, and assembly processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a methodical design approach.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex concepts.
• Experience in Pietermaritzburg KwaZulu-Natal industrial context is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Conceptualize, design, and develop new mechanical systems and components using CAD software.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis (FEA/CFD) to validate designs and predict performance.
• Create comprehensive drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing specifications.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to ensure integration.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation; troubleshoot design issues.
• Implement design improvements based on test results and client feedback.
• Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety regulations, and quality controls.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay updated on new technologies and methods.

Kenntnisse

CAD software

FEA/CFD tools

Materials science

Problem solving

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

CATIA

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and optimization of complex mechanical systems for advanced industrial applications.

You will design with CAD, perform FEA/CFD analyses, generate drawings and BOMs, and mentor junior engineers while collaborating with electrical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust, compliant solutions.