Senior Mechanical Engineer - Industrial Plant Design

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for an EPC client in Randburg, Gauteng. The role focuses on leading mechanical design of large-scale industrial facilities across manufacturing, petrochemical and processing plants, ensuring safe, compliant, and cost-efficient solutions.

You will develop P&IDs, equipment specifications and layouts, perform mechanical calculations including stress analysis, and guide rotating machinery and HVAC considerations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Proven experience in industrial plant design.
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, stress analysis, and equipment specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of industrial plants, including process equipment, piping systems, HVAC, and rotating machinery.
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), equipment specifications, and layout drawings.
• Perform mechanical calculations, including stress analysis and heat transfer considerations.

Skills

Mechanical design

P&ID development

Stress analysis

HVAC

Rotating machinery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) company, is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with specialized experience in industrial plant design to join their prestigious team in **Randburg, Gauteng**. This role is central to the design and development of complex industrial facilities across various sectors, including manufacturing, petrochemical, and processing plants. You will be responsible for leading the mechanical engineering aspects of projects, ensuring designs are efficient, safe, compliant, and cost-effective. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on large-scale, challenging projects and contribute to the industrial growth of **Randburg, Gauteng** and beyond. We foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design of industrial plants, including process equipment, piping systems, HVAC, and rotating machinery.
• Develop P&IDs (Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams), equipment specifications, and layout drawings.
• Perform mechanical calculations, including stress analysis, heat