Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer Mechatronics & Automation

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer for a client in Centurion, Gauteng. You will conceptualize and design integrated mechanical systems, ensuring seamless interaction with electrical and software teams to deliver robust automation solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, with expertise in CAD/CAE tools and mechatronics.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design with integrated systems.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software and CAE/FEA tools.
• Strong understanding of mechatronics, robotics, or automation systems.
• Experience with scripting or programming languages (e.g., Python) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and design advanced mechanical systems and subsystems for automation and control applications.
• Develop detailed 3D models and 2D technical drawings using CAD software (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks).
• Perform engineering calculations and simulations (e.g., FEA, kinematic analysis) to verify design performance and reliability.
• Collaborate closely with electrical engineers, software developers, and other stakeholders to ensure system integration.
• Select appropriate materials and components based on performance requirements, cost, and manufacturability.
• Oversee the prototyping and testing of mechanical systems, documenting results and making necessary design adjustments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues during the design, manufacturing, and implementation phases.
• Write technical specifications and documentation for system designs and component procurement.
• Stay abreast of new technologies and industry trends in mechanical engineering and automation.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of design processes and methodologies.

Skills

3D CAD

FEA

Mechatronics

Robotics

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer for a client in Centurion, Gauteng. You will conceptualize and design integrated mechanical systems, ensuring seamless interaction with electrical and software teams to deliver robust automation solutions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, with expertise in CAD/CAE tools and mechatronics.