Senior Project Engineer – Mechanical / HVAC

SASSO CONSULTING; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 540,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Sasso Consulting in Germiston is seeking a Senior Project Engineer with a strong mechanical engineering background focused on HVAC system design and technical project management. The role requires independently managing complex projects from concept through production, testing and implementation.

Responsibilities include leading HVAC projects, developing designs, and ensuring ISO-quality documentation. A Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and 8–10+ years of experience are essential; SolidWorks

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead 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 BOMs, technical drawings, specifications and manufacturing data packs.
• Ensure engineering documentation complies with ISO and 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.

Skills

HVAC design

Project management

Mechanical design

Manufacturing processes

Technical documentation

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks CAD

FEA/CFD

Job description

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