Senior Mechanical Design Engineer - Marine

Placements24; East London; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

East London location

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in East London seeks a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer specializing in marine applications to lead the design and development of complex marine systems for vessels and offshore equipment.

You will leverage CAD expertise (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and advanced analysis (FEA/CFD) while ensuring compliance with maritime regulations and environmental standards. Collaboration with naval architects and project teams is essential for success.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of mechanical design experience with emphasis on marine engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and analysis tools (FEA, CFD).
• Knowledge of marine environments, corrosion-resistant materials, and maritime regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Design and develop mechanical systems for marine applications including propulsion, auxiliary, and structural components.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis such as stress, vibration, and fluid dynamics simulations.
• Create detailed drawings, specifications, and documentation compliant with maritime regulations.
• Collaborate with naval architects, electrical engineers, and project managers for integrated designs.
• Ensure designs meet marine standards and environmental requirements.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation of marine systems.

Conocimientos

Mechanical design expertise

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Herramientas

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

FEA

CFD

Descripción del empleo

About the Role Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with a specialization in marine applications to join their team in East London . This role involves the design and development of complex mechanical systems for marine vessels and offshore equipment, ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and compliance with maritime standards. You will leverage your expertise in CAD, analysis, and materials science to create innovative solutions for challenging marine environments. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the maritime industry within the Eastern Cape, working on exciting and critical projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical systems for marine applications, including propulsion, auxiliary, and structural components.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including stress analysis , vibration analysis, and fluid dynamics simulations.
• Create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation compliant with maritime regulations.
• Collaborate with naval architects, electrical engineers, and project managers to ensure integrated system design.
• Ensure designs meet stringent marine industry standards and environmental requirements.
• Oversee prototype development, testing, and validation of marine mechanical systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design, with a significant focus on marine engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and analysis tools (FEA, CFD).
• Strong understanding of marine environments, materials suitable for corrosive conditions, and maritime regulations.
• Experience with naval architecture principles is advantageous.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex projects.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on unique and challenging marine projects in East London .
• Professional development and training support.
• Dynamic work environment fostering innovation and collaboration.
• Contribute to the growth of the maritime sector in the Eastern Cape.