Project Engineer (Mechanical)

Recruiter:

Lotus Recruitment

Job Ref:

CPT000319/MdW

Date posted:

Monday, June 29, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Our client, a prestigious turnkey engineering solutions company, focuses on steel fabrication and mechanical systems, seeks to employ a Project Engineer, with a solid background in the fabrication of steel structures, piping, marine repair and bulk storage tanker, to join their dynamic and progressive technical operations and projects team

Please note this role is geared specifically to candidates with a background in steel structural fabrication, engineering solutions and construction and maintenance in the oil & gas, petrochemical, marine and power plant sector.

POSITION INFO:
KEY REQUIREMENTS TO MEET FOR CONSIDERATION You will have completed a tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering , coupled with 2-5+ years experience as a Project Engineer in the heavy engineering\/ construction sector, specifically managing projects in steel structure, piping and related engineering solutions You will have experience in NEC3 contracts, as well as ISO 9001 and ISO 45001 You will have demonstrated experience in full turkey project management experience in leading projects from quotation to finalization, as well as being able to coordinate quality\/NDT, procure the highest quality materials, review costs, liaise with clients and stakeholders and ensure a smooth production and installation phase. You will have proven expert organisational and problem solving skills, be able to communicate effectively and take ownership of projects to finalization. You will be flexible to travel extensively when required. You must have contactable references, a valid driver's licence, own car and a clear criminal and credit record Please note that should you not be currently resident in the region and area advertised but still wish to apply, the cost of travel for interviews and relocation will be for your expense. Due to the exceptionally high volume of applications, we are unable to correspond with each applicant personally, therefore only relevant and suitable candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive any correspondence from our company within 30 days, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.

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