Senior Mechanical Designer Engineer Land Systems

Perfect Placement Recruitment; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Engineer in Pretoria. The ideal candidate will have a BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering, significant experience in mechanical design, and proficiency in advanced CAD software. Responsibilities include leading mechanical design projects, conducting technical evaluations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with military standards. This role offers an opportunity to mentor junior engineers and drive design improvements within land defence systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years mechanical design and engineering experience.
• Extensive experience using advanced CAD software.
• Valid Code B driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of land defence systems from concept to production.
• Conduct simulations, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations.
• Draft and review detailed technical documentation and layouts.

Skills

Mechanical design

Advanced CAD software

Prototyping

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

NX

Onshape

Siemens TeamCenter PLM

MATLAB

EES

Job description

Non- negotiable qualifications and experience required :

BEng or BSc in Mechanical Engineering (obtained at a South African university)

Minimum of 5 years mechanical design and engineering experience, specifically within Land Systems

Extensive experience using advanced CAD software : SolidWorks, Inventor, NX, and Onshape

Proficient in the development, prototyping, and production of mechanical systems for land platforms

Strong background in both theoretical design and practical execution

Valid Code B drivers licence

Experience working with military standards, land defence systems, or armoured vehicle design

Beneficial requirements :

Working knowledge of thermodynamics, materials, mechanical simulation, and production methods

Familiarity with DFMEA, RFQs, white papers, and project costing

Proficiency with Siemens TeamCenter PLM, MATLAB, EES, and SolidWorks Simulation

Strong interpersonal, time management, and technical coordination skills

Experience liaising with suppliers, procurement processes, and system installations

Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and HVAC system integration in vehicle platforms

Able to work under pressure and deliver on strict project timelines

Duties and responsibilities :

Lead the mechanical design of land defence systems from concept through to production

Conduct simulations, feasibility studies, and technical evaluations

Draft and review detailed technical documentation, layouts, and reports

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including suppliers and manufacturing partners

Oversee compliance in manufacturing, testing, and quality assurance

Mentor junior team members and drive continuous design improvement

Ensure all mechanical solutions meet project specs, safety, and military standards

By submitting your information and application you hereby confirm :

That you have no objection to us retaining your personal information in our database for future matching / POPI Policy.

Due to the nature of the position, that we can do an ITC check if our client is interested in your CV.

That the information you have provided to us is true, correct, and up to date.

PLEASE NOTE :

Correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. Should you not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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Mechanical Engineer • Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa