Senior Mechanical Engineer, Power Systems - Vereeniging

Placements24; Vereeniging; Presencial; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Bonuses

Annual leave

Wellness programs

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Power Systems to join our client in Vereeniging. The role centers on design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical components for power generation and distribution infrastructure, requiring deep thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and machinery knowledge.

The successful candidate will lead mechanical system projects, coordinate with electrical teams, ensure safety and reliability, and contribute to feasibility studies and capital

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required; Master's advantageous.
• 6–8 years of experience in mechanical engineering with focus on power systems.
• Proficient in SolidWorks/AutoCAD and simulation tools (ANSYS).
• Knowledge of power generation equipment and grid integration.

Responsabilidades

• Design, analyze, and optimize mechanical systems for power plants (turbines, boilers, pumps, piping).
• Conduct performance testing and diagnostics on equipment to resolve issues.
• Develop maintenance strategies to maximize uptime and reliability.
• Prepare specifications, drawings, and reports for mechanical systems.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on integrated system designs and upgrades.
• Ensure compliance with mechanical codes, industry standards, and safety regs.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers and maintenance staff.
• Investigate failures and develop root-cause analyses and corrective actions.
• Assist in evaluating new equipment and technologies for upgrades.
• Contribute to feasibility studies and capital investment proposals.

Conocimientos

Power systems

Mechanical design

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree advantageous

Herramientas

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ANSYS

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in Power Systems to join our client in Vereeniging. The role centers on design, analysis, and optimization of mechanical components for power generation and distribution infrastructure, requiring deep thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and machinery knowledge.

The successful candidate will lead mechanical system projects, coordinate with electrical teams, ensure safety and reliability, and contribute to feasibility studies and capital