Senior Mechanical Engineer – Energy Systems & Prototyping

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan

Training programs

Career advancement

Performance bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24, Soweto, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and development of advanced energy systems, including renewables and storage. You will perform simulations, guide prototyping, and ensure reliability across the full product lifecycle, with hands-on collaboration on-site.

The role requires 7+ years of mechanical design experience, strong CAD/FEA/CFD skills, and familiarity with energy components like turbines and heat exchangers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 7+ years in mechanical design and development for energy systems.
• Expert proficiency in 3D CAD, FEA and CFD tools.
• Experience with turbines, pumps, heat exchangers or battery enclosures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop complex mechanical systems for energy generation, storage, and distribution.
• Perform detailed analyses including structural, thermal, fluid flow, and vibration analysis.
• Create engineering drawings, specifications and BOMs.
• Oversee prototyping and testing of new energy system designs.

Skills

7+ years experience in mechanical设计

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

3D CAD

FEA/CFD tools

Job description

Placements24, Soweto, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead design and development of advanced energy systems, including renewables and storage. You will perform simulations, guide prototyping, and ensure reliability across the full product lifecycle, with hands-on collaboration on-site.

The role requires 7+ years of mechanical design experience, strong CAD/FEA/CFD skills, and familiarity with energy components like turbines and heat exchangers.