Senior Mechanical Engineer PR Eng.

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for supporting the development and testing of mechanical products. This includes performing engineering analysis, testing, and calculations; preparing technical drawings and renderings; and collaborating with other engineers to ensure that designs meet requirements for safety and quality. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform engineering analysis, testing, and calculations to support the development of mechanical products. Prepare technical drawings and renderings of product designs. Work with other engineers to ensure designs meet requirements for safety and quality. Research new technologies and materials to support product development. Generate ideas for new products or improvements to existing ones. Develop prototypes of new products and components. Perform quality control checks of manufactured products. Troubleshoot mechanical problems. Prepare reports and presentations on findings. Materials handling design. Pipeline design. Tank design or evaluation. Strength analysis / Finite Element Analysis. Thermal analysis. Rehabilitation of aging infrastructure. New infrastructure design. Modifications to existing infrastructure. Working on multidisciplinary projects in a multidisciplinary team. Compilation of design reports. Compilation of investigation reports. Liaison with clients. Liaison with suppliers and external service providers. Interpreting client needs and making proposals to clients – verbally and in writing. Compilation of and assistance with tender submissions. CAD modelling and drafting as required. Generation of Bills of Quantities, Scopes of Works and Specifications. Project close-out. Qualifications: BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering non-negotiable Minimum 8 years of engineering experience in mechanical design, including failure mode and effect analysis, fatigue, asset life cycles, reliability engineering, TQM, materials handling equipment design, FEM, vessel & storage tank design & welding, and discrete element analysis (DEM) will be beneficial. Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles and concepts. PR Eng. through the Engineering Council of South Africa Valid driver’s license with own transport is required. Willing to travel for work. Good physical health is required since the appointee will be required to undergo OHSA Medical Examinations for access to various client sites. CAD software proficient (AutoCAD & Inventor preferred). Finite Element Analysis proficient (ANSYS preferred). Demonstrated project management experience. Professional appearance and conduct. Good Written and Verbal Communication (English) Computer literacy with advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Proactive and self-motivated. Detail-oriented and organized. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent problem-solving skills. Passion for mechanical engineering. Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to work on challenging and innovative projects. Chance to collaborate with talented and dedicated engineers. Opportunity to grow and develop your career.

Location: Jhb, ZA

Posted Date: 11/24/2025