Mechanical Design Engineer

SUMMARY:
Mechanical Design Engineer vacancy in Somerset-West, Cape Town. BEng or Master's degree (Mechanical Engineering) with 2-4 years of Design experience. The successful candidate will work on advanced propulsion and motion systems, contributing to projects from concept design through to manufacturing-ready solutions.

POSITION INFO:
Mechanical Design Engineer

Somerset West

Requirements:

• BEng or master’s degree in Mechanical, marine, or related engineering fields.
• Experience or strong interest in mechanical product development.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX preferred, but others considered).
• 2-4/5 years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong grasp of mechanical design principles, materials, and production methods.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) practices.
• Effective communication skills and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, collaborative, and internationally oriented environment.
• Knowledge of maritime or heavy-industrial systems is advantageous.
• Experience generating technical drawings and understanding manufacturing processes.

• Designing mechanical components, assemblies, and system layouts.
• Performing engineering analyses, calculations, and 3D CAD modelling.
• Responsible for Design for Manufacturing in every design decision.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, standards, and certification requirements.
• Supporting multidisciplinary teams in resolving technical challenges.
• Improving existing designs and contributing to internal engineering processes.