Senior Mechanical Engineer - Lead Design & Compliance

Segula Technologies; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned engineering firm located in South Africa is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to validate engineering deliverables and ensure compliance with design specifications. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the contracting or petrochemical sectors, with expertise in mechanical design and capable of mentoring junior engineers. Proficiency in relevant codes and tools like ASME and PV Elite is necessary for this challenging position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in contracting/project environment.
• Experience in petrochemical/chemical/refining industries.
• Knowledge of PER and SANS 347.

Responsibilities

• Validate mechanical engineering deliverables.
• Ensure consistency across design packages.
• Support technical reviews, HAZOP, design reviews, and client workshops.
• Deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective mechanical designs.
• Provide technical leadership.
• Mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Mechanical design and engineering fundamentals

Static and rotating equipment expertise

Advanced knowledge of ASME VIII/II/IX, TEMA, API codes

Strong specification and documentation capability

Proficiency in PV Elite / COMPRESS

Communication and stakeholder management skills

High attention to detail

Education

BSc / BEng Mechanical Engineering

Pr.Eng

Tools

PV Elite

COMPRESS

Job description

A renowned engineering firm located in South Africa is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to validate engineering deliverables and ensure compliance with design specifications. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in the contracting or petrochemical sectors, with expertise in mechanical design and capable of mentoring junior engineers. Proficiency in relevant codes and tools like ASME and PV Elite is necessary for this challenging position.