Mechanical Engineer, Western Cape

Recruiter:

Sheldon Recruitment and Selection

Job Ref:

EL003293/Bronw

Date posted:

Monday, June 1, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Our client, a specialised offshore oil and gas engineering company, is looking to appoint a motivated and technically driven Mechanical Engineer to join its Western Cape operation.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the integrity and performance of critical offshore drilling equipment within a niche and highly respected industry.

POSITION INFO:

Applicants are required to strictly meet the following criteria:

BSc Eng / Beng In Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years’ experience in a relatable engineering environment
Valid passport or able to apply
Excellent MS Office (incl Teams & report writing) ability and high level of English, both written and verbal
Sound understanding of 3D CAD packages (SolidWorks preferred); FEA software (SolidWorks/Abaqus preferred); and Engineering Calculations Software (Mathcad, MATLAB or similar)
Exposure to ASME VIII, API and Class Rules (ABS & DNV) advantageous
Sound understanding of fabrication, boiler making / welding, precision machining
Design experience in essential as role is predominantly design based

The successful applicant would be responsible for, but not limited to:

Oversee multiple projects, including your own and provide guidance
Mentor junior mechanical engineers and technicians
Gain a fundamental understanding of the design, operation, inspection and repair of Capital Drilling Equipment as well as all the processes, procedures, etc. of the Company
Conduct in-house design and development, which will be the primary function of the role, including strength calculations (from ï¬rst principles) and FEA/Simulation, 3D CAD modelling and drawing using SolidWorks, manufacturing data pack generation (incl. BOM's, QCP's, Works Instructions, Manuals)
Manage design and development Projects, which will be the secondary function within the role from inception through to delivery, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
Giving expert technical advice to technicians and coaching new technicians
Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QC policies, procedures, and speciï¬cations
Detailed reporting and inspection report reviews; regular report and feedback to Management and the customer on the progress of project
Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions; draft new procedures as required
Ensure safe work practices are being adhered to at all times

Salary: Market related

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If you have not received a response within 7 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful

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