Senior Mechanical Engineer

SET Recruitment Consultants; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer in Cape Town to deliver professional design outputs in the mineral processing industry. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, over 7 years of relevant experience, and be registered with ECSA. This role emphasizes leadership, mentorship, and collaboration within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in mineral processing or related industries.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA.
• South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of mechanical design deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with internal systems and quality benchmarks.
• Mentor and foster professional growth within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Technical Design

Stakeholder Relationships

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

University Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Industry: Mineral Processing & Related Industries

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Employment Type: Permanent

We are seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic and growing team in Cape Town. This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of delivering accurate, professional, and compliant design outputs using our company-approved systems and procedures.

If you're passionate about engineering excellence and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will:

• Lead the development of mechanical design deliverables that meet technical, regulatory, and client standards

• Ensure compliance with internal systems, procedures, and quality benchmarks

• Provide mentorship and foster professional growth within your business unit

• Promote succession planning and team development

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, and colleagues

• Represent the company’s core values and professional ethos in all interactions

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• A university degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

• At least 7 years of experience in mineral processing or related industries

• Registration as a Professional Engineer with ECSA

• South African Citizenship or Permanent Residency

• Residence in Cape Town

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong technical aptitude with analytical and problem-solving capabilities

• A proven ability to build and sustain positive stakeholder relationships

• A commitment to mentoring and developing team members

Join us in shaping the future of mechanical engineering in the mineral processing industry. Apply today and become a key contributor to our success.