Senior Mechanical Engineer

South Zambezi Engineering Services; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

An engineering services firm in South Africa seeks a Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in design and construction of mechanical infrastructure. The ideal candidate will manage projects, ensure compliance with standards, and lead a team. Expertise in bulk steel water pipelines and a valid driver's license are necessary. Salary is negotiable, and the role requires travel within South Africa and SADC. Applications must include a CV and supporting documents.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' experience after graduation.
• 5 years Professional Registration with ECSA or any recognized professional body.
• Extensive experience in design and construction of bulk steel water pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Directing and coordinating mechanical engineering design projects.
• Design of mechanical infrastructure including abstraction works and pump station piping.
• Monitoring the progress of projects from start to finish.

Skills

Project management

Mechanical engineering design

Team leadership

Quality Management

Education

BEng Honors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fluid Design Software

CAD

Job description

Job Summary Reports to the HOD, directing, coordinating, initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling mechanical engineering design projects.

Drives general mechanical engineering design deliverables.

Key Responsibilities Design of mechanical infrastructure including abstraction works, pump station piping and associated equipment.

Preparing tender documents as a basis for construction.

Reviewing technical submissions.

Working collaboratively with other design departments.

Supporting other project managers and directors within the business.

Keeping up to date with environmental matters and policies.

Presenting technical data or project results to both technical and non-technical clients and colleagues.

Monitoring the progress of projects from start to finish – from feasibility to handover.

Controlling and managing budgets at project level.

Carrying out site supervision of construction works on short and long durations.

Ensuring compliance with design / specifications and standards.

Ensuring compliance with project programme and all knowledge areas.

Attending site meetings and preparing reports.

Issuing site instructions and responding to RFIs from the contractor.

Liaising with the Head Office for site activities.

Performing any ad-hoc office or site duties as assigned by the Lead Mechanical Engineer.

Qualifications And Experience / Minimum Requirements

BEng Honors in Mechanical Engineering.

5 years Professional Registration with ECSA or any recognized professional body.

15+ years' experience after graduation.

Extensive experience in design and construction of bulk steel water pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, abstraction works and water treatment plants.

Experience managing a team of junior and senior employees.

Proven track in management and leadership within a consulting firm.

Quality Management ensuring ISO compliance.

Regular inter-provincial and international site visits and meetings.

A valid Driver's license.

Required to travel within South Africa and SADC where South Zambesi is operating.

Knowledge of Design Compliance standards – ACT, Labour Relations Act, Employment Equity Act, Fluid Design Software, CAD.

Salary is negotiable.

Competencies

Ability to take decisions and demonstrate accountability and integrity.

Active participation as a team member, transferring skills to achieve business objectives.

Problem solver and target driven individual.

Ability to deliver required results while working in a high-pressure environment.

Application Process

If you are not contacted as a short-listed candidate within 4 weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Candidates are requested to submit a CV together with copies of certificates / driver's license (no original certificates).

Applications received without copies of required documentation will not be considered.

Closing Date : 27th September

Completed applications can be e-mailed to the recruitment email address below by the indicated closing date.

To : or South Zambezi Engineering Services is an equal opportunity employer.

We are determined that no job applicant or employee receives less favorable treatment on the grounds of sex, pregnancy or maternity, gender re-assignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage or partnership, age, race or disability.