Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Lead Innovation & Mentorship

Placements24; KwaZulu-Natal; Vor Ort; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Bonus program

Medical aid

Provident fund

Training & development

Paid leave

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Pietermaritzburg to lead design and development of complex mechanical systems. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing and QA to ensure product integrity from concept to production.

The successful candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and in-depth knowledge of CAD, FEA, materials, and design for manufacturability.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Proficiency in CAD software for 3D modeling and 2D drafting.
• Demonstrated experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of material science, manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams.
• Proven leadership potential or experience in mentoring junior engineers.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulatory requirements relevant to mechanical design.
• Adept at project management and prioritizing tasks effectively.

Aufgaben

• Lead the conceptualization, design, and development of new mechanical components and systems, adhering to project timelines and budget constraints.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including stress, thermal, and dynamic simulations, using industry-standard software (e.g., ANSYS, SolidWorks Simulation).
• Create and maintain design documentation, including 2D drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for production, assembly, and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
• Troubleshoot and resolve design-related issues during prototyping, testing, and production phases.
• Stay abreast of latest advancements in mechanical engineering technologies and methodologies.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure supplier compliance with design requirements.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of design processes and standards.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

AutoCAD

FEA

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer in Pietermaritzburg to lead design and development of complex mechanical systems. You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing and QA to ensure product integrity from concept to production.

The successful candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and in-depth knowledge of CAD, FEA, materials, and design for manufacturability.