Senior Mechanical Engineer

AtripleA recruitment & temps; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Johannesburg. The role requires a B.Sc./B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering and ECSA certification, along with 6 years of relevant experience in Mining, Minerals, and Water projects. Responsibilities include compiling proposals, managing project budgets, and liaising with clients. Prospective candidates must demonstrate expertise in mechanical equipment and project execution to fit the needs of various sectors.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience in Mining/Minerals/Water projects.
• Experience with mechanical equipment and feasibility studies.
• Site-based experience during construction & commissioning recommended.

Responsibilities

• Compile proposals/tenders in the Mining/Minerals and Water sectors.
• Deliver engineered packages complying with project budgets and schedules.
• Generate cost estimates and assist with pricing of Tenders & Bids.
• Manage project objectives with vendors and contractors.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project execution

Client liaison

Education

B.Sc./B.Eng. or B Tech Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer Certification (ECSA)

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer (Johannesburg)

Must have experience within the water sector.

The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for all activities related to the effective & professional compilation of proposals/tenders as well cost-effective, compliant, fit-for-purpose, safe engineering, design, construction support & commissioning assistance during the execution of projects. This shall be rendered in the Mining/Minerals and Water market segments.

Qualifications required:

• B.Sc./B.Eng. or B Tech Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer Certification (ECSA)
• Proven record of 6 years relevant mechanical engineering experience in related work within the Mining/Minerals/Water projects
• Experience with a wide range of mechanical equipment.
• Experience in feasibility studies & project execution is required while site-based experience during construction & commissioning is highly recommended.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Deliver engineered packages to comply to the overall project budget, schedule & quality.
• Engineering & design in all required industry segments.
• Manage hours, budgets & change/variations in a manner that enhances gross profits on projects.
• Ensure that projects are executed in accordance with the relevant policies, procedures, & frameworks.
• Construction, installation, & commissioning project support.
• Generate & develop equipment cost estimates, man‑hour estimates & corresponding proposal documentation.
• Assist with the pricing of Tenders & Bids as required for each applicable market sector.
• Liaise with prospective & future Clients in terms of assessing their need, site visits, proposing solutions, costs‑estimates & follow‑up.
• Generate scope of work specifications that define the work included, work excluded & battery limits along with technical requirements for each equipment package.
• Compile technical enquiry packages, do technical tender evaluations, & compile technical "Approved for Purchase" packages.
• Manage & interface with Vendors/Suppliers and Contractors to meet the project objectives.
• Manage and execute progress inspections, FAT's, & final releases for Vendor/Supplier equipment.
• Review Vendor/Supplier documentation for compliance with technical requirements.
• Maintain effective inter-discipline integration with other disciplines.
• Provide detailed input to plant reviews in terms of layout, equipment placing, maintainability, operability & all such related factors.
• Provide input into the development & optimization of mechanical drawings & drive development of these drawings through the design and drawing office.
• Provide input during project meetings, HAZOPS's, client meetings, etc.
• Maintain & update the mechanical equipment list & other related registers & schedules.
• Execute all work in compliance with all relevant legislation, codes, standards, company policies & procedures.

To apply, please submit your CV, as well as your latest payslip, to [e-mail]