Mechanical Engineering Graduate

Recruiter:

Talented Recruitment

Job Ref:

DBN003348/KA

Date posted:

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for enthusiastic and motivated Mechanical Engineering Graduate to join their 12-month Graduate Programme for the 2027 intake.

This programme is designed to provide graduates with practical industry experience while developing their technical and professional skills within a manufacturing environment.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements: BSc in Mechanical Engineering. Previous work experience is not essential; candidates with prior work experience are welcome to apply. Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills. A willingness to learn and develop within a manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities: Gain practical, hands-on experience within a manufacturing environment. Apply mechanical engineering principles to real-world projects and processes. Develop technical, problem-solving and analytical skills. Work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to manufacturing operations. Contribute to projects and initiatives aligned with business requirements. Build practical industry knowledge and workplace experience. Should you not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Please refer to our website, , where all our active vacancies are advertised. IMPORTANT NOTICE By applying to this advert you hereby acknowledge that you have read and accept the following Protection of Personal Information ACT (POPIA) disclaimer: I hereby consent for Talented Recruitment to process my personal information as part of the recruitment process. Talented Recruitment shall take all reasonable measures to protect the personal information of applicants and for the purpose of this disclaimer \"personal information\" shall be defined as detailed in the Protection of Personal Information Act, Act 4 of 2013 (\"POPIA\").

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