Development Engineer (Product)

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT001403/SM

Date posted:

Friday, November 6, 2026

Location:

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Salary:

418K

SUMMARY:
Development Engineer (Product) - Gqeberha

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and driven Mechanical Design Engineer to join our manufacturing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and implementation of mechanical products, systems, and components while driving continuous improvement projects and supporting operational excellence.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities Design and develop mechanical products, systems, tooling, jigs, and fixtures. Interpret customer requirements and technical specifications. Conduct product testing, validation, and implementation. Drive continuous improvement and cost-saving initiatives. Research and implement new technologies and engineering solutions. Manage engineering projects from concept through to completion. Ensure compliance with company standards, regulations, and quality requirements. Monitor project costs and support budget control measures. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Minimum Requirements National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (NQF 6). Up to 5 years' engineering experience within a manufacturing environment. Minimum 3 years' supervisory experience. Advanced Autodesk Inventor skills. Knowledge of Autodesk Vault, technical drawings, production processes, project costing, and mechanical fabrication techniques. Key Competencies Strong problem-solving and analytical ability. Excellent planning and organisational skills. Leadership and supervisory capability. Customer-focused with strong relationship-building skills. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proactive, resilient, and results driven. What We're Looking For A hands-on engineer with a passion for innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering practical engineering solutions that support manufacturing performance and business growth. Apply today and become part of a team committed to engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

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