Mechanical Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Staff Solutions Recruitment

Job Ref:

E.L002731/AK

Date posted:

Monday, July 28, 2025

Location:

Gqeberha, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
NEW VACANCY ALERT!!
An opportunity has arisen with our client in the Engineering industry for a Mechanical Design Engineer to be based at their offices in Port Elizabeth.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Self-innovation to create concepts that will be transferred into software models and drawings of products
Engineering calculations for sizing of products and parts
Organize and maintain existing engineering records and ISO standards
Perform physical testing on engineering prototypes
Detail mechanical design (PowerPoint/AutoCAD) to be presented to customer for sign-off
Research new materials and methods of development
Detail mechanical drawings and interface to manufacturing workshop
Obtaining quotations for project parts and tracking receiving dates thereof
Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards
Prepare detail mechanical site installation plan
Planning and execution of project/s
Create maintenance, procedure manuals and spares and wear list of facilities
Recommission and commissioning of equipment
Standby and Callouts

Requirements:

Tertiary education essential
Project Management
Quality Focus and Analysing Information
Emphasizing Excellence
Extensive knowledge of metal fabrication processes
Conceptualizing for various specialised machines
Analysing Information and attention to detail
SolidWorks 3D/Inventor CAD software essential
AutoCAD 2D software
Strong understanding of current cutting tool technology
5+years’ experience in mechanical design

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