Senior Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Health insurance

Pension plan

Professional growth

Company stability (George)

Job summary

Placements24 in George, Western Cape, invites an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design, development and implementation of complex mechanical systems. You will own key initiatives, ensuring on-time delivery, budget control and high-quality outcomes while mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation within the department.

You will oversee project management, perform advanced FEA/CFD analyses, develop testing and validation plans, and collaborate with R&D, manufacturing and QA

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design and project leadership.
• Expertise in CFD and FEA.
• Proficiency with advanced CAD/CAE software suites.
• Demonstrated experience in leading engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Strong understanding of material science and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of new mechanical systems, from concept to final production.
• Oversee project management for engineering initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Perform advanced FEA analysis and simulations to optimize performance and ensure structural integrity.
• Develop and implement robust testing procedures and validation plans for new designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to achieve project goals.

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE software

CFD

FEA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their established team in George . This role is crucial for leading the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems and projects. You will take ownership of key engineering initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. The successful candidate will play a vital role in mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation within the department, contributing significantly to the company's success and technological leadership in the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of new mechanical systems, from concept to final production.
• Oversee project management for engineering initiatives, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Perform advanced FEA analysis and simulations to optimize performance and ensure structural integrity.
• Develop and implement robust testing procedures and validation plans for new designs.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technical staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and quality assurance, to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in mechanical design and project leadership.
• Expertise in computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA).
• Proficiency with advanced CAD/CAE software suites.
• Demonstrated experience in leading engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Strong understanding of material science and manufacturing processes.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with excellent performance incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous pension plan and retirement savings options.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• A stable and respected company with a strong commitment to its employees in George .