Senior Mechanical Design Engineer – Oil & Gas Projects

Assegai; Durban; On-site; ZAR 450 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in South Africa seeks a Mechanical Engineer to oversee design activities, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Responsibilities include supervising project teams, conducting audits, and providing technical expertise for optimization. Ideal candidates should possess a BSc in Mechanical Engineering and have excellent communication skills alongside proficiency in engineering software. This role is essential for the development of the Oil & Gas Technical portfolio and involves mentorship of junior engineers.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of petroleum/gas standards and regulations.
• Ability to interact with customers at all levels.
• Knowledge of technical developments in process industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering design activities.
• Supervise project subordinates and approve their work.
• Conduct audits and support engineering studies.

Skills

Mechanical engineering expertise

Communication with clients

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Technical report writing

Simulation package usage

Education

BSc / BEng. Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

AFT Fathom

AFT Impulse

Job description

A leading engineering firm in South Africa seeks a Mechanical Engineer to oversee design activities, ensuring compliance with standards and regulations. Responsibilities include supervising project teams, conducting audits, and providing technical expertise for optimization. Ideal candidates should possess a BSc in Mechanical Engineering and have excellent communication skills alongside proficiency in engineering software. This role is essential for the development of the Oil & Gas Technical portfolio and involves mentorship of junior engineers.