Senior Mechanical Engineer - Project Management

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Career advancement

Leadership development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Upington, Northern Cape, to lead mechanical projects from concept through delivery. The role requires strong project management, technical execution, and on-site leadership to coordinate teams, contractors, and resources.

You will oversee scope, timelines, budgets, and compliance with engineering standards and safety regulations. A Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 8+ years' experience, including 4 years in leadership, are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of mechanical engineering experience.
• 4+ years in project leadership roles.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of mechanical engineering projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Develop detailed project plans with resource allocation, risk assessment, and stakeholder management.
• Provide technical direction for mechanical design, analysis, and implementation phases.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors for project success.
• Monitor progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

Skills

Project leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Project management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong project management capabilities for their operations in Upington, Northern Cape . This role requires a blend of technical expertise in mechanical engineering and the ability to lead and manage complex projects from conception through to completion. You will be responsible for overseeing project scope, timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful delivery of mechanical engineering initiatives. This is a key position within our Upington facility, requiring on-site presence to effectively manage projects and teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of mechanical engineering projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Develop detailed project plans, including resource allocation, risk assessment, and stakeholder management.
• Provide technical direction and oversight for mechanical design, analysis, and implementation phases.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external contractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions to mitigate risks.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant engineering standards, safety regulations, and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 4 years in project leadership roles.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex mechanical engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and CAD tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid, retirement fund, and other benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• Exposure to large-scale projects in a key operational hub.
• Dynamic and challenging work environment in Upington .