Junior Draughtsman / Mechanical Engineer

SUMMARY:
Our client in Somerset West is seeking a Junior Draughtsman / Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or BTech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, along with 1–2 years of experience in a technical environment, including exposure to store designs. Strong computer skills are essential (MS Office), with CAD experience being advantageous. The successful applicant will be well-organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team. Excellent communication skills, a proactive approach, and solid problem-solving abilities are key. A valid driver’s license and own transport are required.

POSITION INFO:
A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Engineering
BASIC SALARY : Market related
START DATE : A.S.A.P / Immediate

REQUIREMENTS:

• Matric
• Qualification: National Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or BTech in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• 1–2 years’ experience in a technical environment
• 1–2 years’ experience working with store designs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent computer skills (MS Office essential; CAD advantageous)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to complete work within established timeframes
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team
• Diligent and self-motivated
• Capable of making decisions under pressure
• Technically strong with the ability to think outside the box and solve problems
• Valid driver’s license and own transport

• Support the R&D, Services, and Sales/Quotations departments
• Daily remote monitoring of sites
• Assemble and install new remote monitoring systems
• Add new sites to the remote monitoring system
• Provide, interpret, and process information gathered through site monitoring
• Make changes to site parameters based on monitoring data
• Issue, log, report, program, and reset/clear alarms
• Liaise with technicians and clients
• Assist with CAD drawings
• Conduct site visits to ensure accurate measurements
• Perform refrigeration costing and estimating

• Monday to Friday: 08:00 – 17:00