Senior Mechanical Engineer - Centurion

Recruiter:

JenRec Recruitment

Job Ref:

Date posted:

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Highly negotiable

SUMMARY:
A leading advanced engineering and technology company based in Centurion is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in aviation or military environments.

POSITION INFO:

This role is suited to a technically strong engineer who can take ownership of complex mechanical designs across the full product lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and execute mechanical design and development activities from concept through to production
Design, analyse, and validate mechanical systems and components for high-reliability applications
Produce and review detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
Perform engineering calculations, simulations, and tolerance analyses
Support prototyping, testing, qualification, and integration activities
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams including systems, electrical, and manufacturing engineers
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
Ensure designs comply with applicable industry, aviation, and military standards

Minimum Requirements

BEng in Mechanical Engineering (non-negotiable)
Minimum 8+ years’ experience in mechanical engineering
Proven experience in aviation, defence, or military engineering environments
Strong understanding of precision mechanical design and manufacturing processes
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo or similar)
Experience working through full product development life cycles
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Advantageous

Exposure to regulated or safety-critical systems
Experience with environmental, vibration, or structural testing
Leadership or technical lead experience on complex projects

Personal Attributes

Detail-oriented with high engineering standards
Able to work independently and take technical ownership
Strong communication and documentation skills
Comfortable working in a high-performance, deadline-driven environment

Remuneration

Market-related and dependent on experience

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