Senior Product Development Engineer – Thermodynamics Focus

Mecad Systems; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecad Systems in Durban is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead product development from concept to production. You will optimize costs and collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing changes or regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes, with excellent communication and project management skills for cross-functional projects.

Qualifications

• BEng/BSc/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• CAD and SolidWorks proficiency preferred.
• High level of computer literacy and familiarity with manufacturing tech.

Responsibilities

• Lead product development projects from start to finish.
• Optimize product cost and improve quality with suppliers.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Evaluate new materials and supplier options.
• Manage Engineering Change Process.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams.
• Conduct FMEA and address issues.
• Develop test methods and perform product testing.
• Approve ISIRs and perform benchmarking.
• Oversee thermodynamics test lab and analyse results.
• Support production with product/process/quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory specs (ISO 9001, etc.).
• Assist with LOA application processes.

Skills

Product design

Project management

Lean manufacturing

Cost optimization

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Thermodynamics knowledge

Materials science

Manufacturing processes

FMEA

Regulatory awareness

Education

BSc/BTech/BEng Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Mecad Systems in Durban is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead product development from concept to production. You will optimize costs and collaborate with suppliers to improve quality, while coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing changes or regulatory compliance.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in thermodynamics, materials science, and manufacturing processes, with excellent communication and project management skills for cross-functional projects.