Mechanical Design Engineer

 

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT002741/IP

Date posted:

Monday, June 20, 2022

Location:

Capetown, South Africa


JOB SUMMARY:
Internationally established Manufacturing organization based in the Northern Suburbs of Cape Town has an opportunity available for a dynamic mechanical design engineer. The Company designs and manufactures all of their products internally which offers the ideal candidate great exposure to the whole mechanical design process.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Key areas of performance:
  • Technical design and drawing of all new and/or existing drawings as required in all departments.
  • Improve, and develop design of existing processes, production units, machine parts, techniques and/or relevant components of plant machines.
  • Conduct simulation processes tests in order to determine and/or verify the prototype of model.
  • Design new machines by means of CAD modelling, Calculations, and technical application of machine.
  • Assist and support maintenance team with the modification and correct application of mechanical changes to existing machinery.
  • The accurate record keeping, issuing, and general control of all drawings at all times.
  • Submit final design to CEO, Project Engineer and Plant Engineer for approval.
  • Research of current / existing processes, machine parts, machine components, and/or techniques.
  • Provide sound advice and support to R&D, Plant and Project engineers at all times.

Minimum Requirements and qualifiers:

  • Matric / Grade 12.
  • BTech or BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable University.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years’ similar experience as a Design Engineer.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to perform under pressure.
  • Valid driver’s license with own transport.
  • SolidEdge and/or CAD experience.
  • Must have exposure to the following:
    • Axis
    • Pumps
    • Motors
    • Bearings
    • Heat treatment
    • Types of steel
    • Machine design
    • Process Design
    • Been involved in the test phase.
    • Been involved in the manufacturing phase.

To apply, please send your CV and salary expectations to

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