Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Innovate & Prototype

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer for agricultural equipment based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. You will contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of robust farming machinery, from concept to prototyping and production support.

The role requires hands-on collaboration with manufacturing and R&D teams in a tight, on-site environment. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical skills, knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes, and a passion for agriculture

Qualifications

• Experience with CAD software and mechanical design.
• Knowledge of material science and manufacturing processes.
• Ability to contribute across product lifecycle from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for agricultural machinery using CAD software.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and BOMs.
• Perform stress analysis and tolerance analysis to ensure durability and functionality under demanding conditions.
• Select appropriate materials and components considering performance, cost, and environmental factors.
• Collaborate with production engineers to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturing.

Skills

CAD software

3D modeling

2D drawings

BOMs

Stress analysis

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer - Agricultural Equipment

Our client, a leading manufacturer of innovative agricultural machinery, is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role is vital for the design, development, and enhancement of robust and efficient farming equipment. You will be involved in all stages of the product lifecycle, from conceptualization and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and production support. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, material science, and manufacturing processes, coupled with a passion for agriculture and technological advancement. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the agricultural sector, improving productivity and sustainability through innovative engineering solutions. The position requires on-site presence in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, fostering close collaboration with manufacturing and R&D teams in a hands-on environment.

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer of innovative agricultural machinery, is seeking a dedicated Mechanical Design Engineer to join their team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role is vital for the design, development, and enhancement of robust and efficient farming equipment. You will be involved in all stages of the product lifecycle, from conceptualization and detailed design to prototyping, testing, and production support. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, material science, and manufacturing processes, coupled with a passion for agriculture and technological advancement. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the agricultural sector, improving productivity and sustainability through innovative engineering solutions. The position requires on-site presence in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, fostering close collaboration with manufacturing and R&D teams in a hands-on environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for agricultural machinery using CAD software.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D manufacturing drawings, and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Perform stress analysis and tolerance analysis to ensure durability and functionality under demanding conditions.
• Select appropriate materials and components considering performance, cost, and environmental factors.
• Collaborate with production engineers to ensure designs are optimized for