Professional Mechanical Engineer - Building Services

Recruiter:

Zecutive Consultants

Job Ref:

JHB000290/MR

Date posted:

Friday, July 4, 2025

Location:

Capetown, South Africa

SUMMARY:
A well-established Consulting Engineering company in Cape Town needs the full-time services of a Professional Mechanical Engineer (ECSA registered as PrEng), or Candidate Mechanical Engineer about to qualify as Professional soon, to join their dynamic team in the fast-growing building services industry.
This role offers the exciting opportunity to work on diverse large projects.

POSITION INFO:
Purpose of role:
Seeking a qualified professional to join the team as Mechanical and Fire Engineer.
To take charge of Mechanical and Fire Engineering services within the Building Services sector.
Oversee projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with South African codes and regulations or to exceed these standards through Rational Design principles.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Manage mechanical building services across all project stages, including conceptualization, design, implementation, and closure.
Demonstrate autonomy in project execution.
Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
Possess a deep understanding of local codes and regulations (SANS Codes) and Rational Designs.
Utilize Fire Engineering expertise to enhance project outcomes.
Prepare detailed specifications and bills of quantities for mechanical scope.
Generate technical reports to communicate project progress and findings.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or BSc) essential.
5 years’ experience in the Building Services Industry.
Preferably registered as a Professional Engineer with ESCA, or in a position to register.
Proficiency in AutoCAD is essential.
Proficiency in Revit is advantageous.
Strong command of Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be medically fit to work on construction sites
Must be willing to travel, work on site as may be required

Kindly take note:
Only RSA citizens or perm residents need apply for this position - must be fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Should you not receive any feedback within 14 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Please submit detailed an updated CV in MS Word format ASAP!

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