Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical / HVAC

Sasso Consulting (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 810,000 - 990,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasso Consulting (Pty) Ltd seeks a Senior Project Engineer (Mechanical/HVAC) with a strong background in HVAC design, technical project management, and manufacturing support. You will independently manage complex engineering projects from concept to production, testing and implementation.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 8–10+ years of relevant experience, with SolidWorks CAD proficiency preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 8–10+ years' mechanical engineering experience with HVAC or related design experience.
• Proven experience independently managing engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design, manufacturing processes and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering and HVAC projects from concept to completion.
• Design, size, select and optimize HVAC systems and components.
• Develop concept, preliminary and detailed engineering designs.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, BOMs, specifications and data packs.
• Ensure documentation complies with ISO and quality standards.
• Conduct testing, investigations and technical reporting.
• Source appropriate engineering components.
• Liaise with clients on technical requirements and deliverables.
• Support manufacturing, operations and field service teams.
• Analyze product performance and implement improvements.

Skills

HVAC design

Project leadership

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

Job description

Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical / HVAC

Introduction

An established engineering company is seeking an experienced Senior Project Engineer with a strong Mechanical Engineering background and proven expertise in HVAC system design, technical project management and manufacturing support.

The successful candidate must be capable of independently managing complex engineering projects from concept and design through to production, testing and implementation.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and manage mechanical engineering and HVAC projects from concept to completion.
• Design, size, select and optimise HVAC systems and components.
• Develop concept, preliminary and detailed engineering designs.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), specifications and manufacturing data packs.
• Ensure engineering documentation complies with ISO and relevant quality standards.
• Conduct qualification testing, failure investigations and technical reporting.
• Research and source appropriate engineering components.
• Liaise with clients on technical requirements and project deliverables.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, operations and field service teams.
• Analyse product performance and implement engineering improvements.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering – essential.
• 8–10+ years' relevant mechanical engineering experience preferred, including substantial HVAC or related system design experience.
• Proven experience independently managing engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design, manufacturing processes and technical documentation.
• Experience preparing BOMs, technical drawings and engineering specifications.
• SolidWorks CAD experience advantageous.
• FEA/CFD experience advantageous.
• Strong technical problem-solving, analytical and project management abilities.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
• Valid driver's licence.

Package & Remuneration

Up to R900,000 per annum Cost to Company, depending on experience and qualifications.

Package includes company benefits within the total CTC structure.

Location

Germiston

Function

Engineering – Mechanical / Project Engineering

Industry

Engineering / Manufacturing / HVAC