Engineer: Mechanical Hardware

Recruiter:

Recruitpro Solutions

Job Ref:

PTA000050/LL

Date posted:

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
An innovative and leading aerospace company is seeking a passionate and highly skilled Mechanical Hardware Engineer to join their dynamic hardware design team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge systems and equipment for mission-critical and safety-critical aerospace applications.

POSITION INFO:

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Design and develop mechanical hardware systems for avionics enclosures, antenna trackers, ground control stations, and aircraft interface solutions.
Participate in full hardware lifecycle: from high-level architectural design to low-level detailed implementation and verification.
Deliver project outputs including formal design documentation, verification artefacts, and development records.
Collaborate with procurement and production teams on supplier management, assembly, environmental testing, and qualification.
Support cross-functional engineering processes and assist with broader company needs where required.

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering (BSc Eng/BEng) or equivalent.
Strong proficiency in CAD software, 3D mechanical design, thermal and structural simulations.
2–3 years of relevant industry or post-graduate experience preferred.
Experience with CAM production techniques (e.g., 3D printing, machining, laser cutting) is advantageous.
A Master’s degree in Engineering will be beneficial.
Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork orientation.

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