Design Engineer (Pr Eng) Mechanical
RecruitPro Solutions · Centurion, Gauteng
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Our client is a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of mineral processing solutions for the mining, quarrying and recycling industries. They have more than 40 years of experience and a global team of over 500 professionals. They are looking for a Design Engineer with a structural background to join their African engineering department to support continued growth into the African market. Duties & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Concept and detailed design and evaluation of structures, conveyors and related equipment using 2D and 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, DraftSight, AutoCAD, Ansys, Rocky)
- Provide technical support to the sales team so that bid proposals are technically correct and commercially viable
- Manage major and minor engineering projects, from initial estimation and tender submission through to contract negotiation and design
- Research the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanical systems
- Investigate mechanical failures and maintenance problems at mine sites in South Africa and the rest of Africa
- Produce fabrication drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) from sketches, existing drawings and client briefs
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, monitor and cost-control assigned projects
- Engage and negotiate with sub-vendors throughout the project
- Monitor compliance with codes, QA/QC policies, standards and specifications
- Liaise with clients to interpret specifications and requirements
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- PrEng registration - non negotiable
- Proven experience in a projects environment
- Advanced SolidWorks 3D CAD and AutoCAD skills (essential), including SolidWorks File and Data Management
- Experience with Ansys (FEA) and Rocky (DEM)
- Experience in conveyor design (typically 0–200m) and knowledge of conveyor design codes
- Background in mining and materials handling (run-of-mine crushing, sizing, screening) is highly desirable
- Structural engineering background preferred
- Familiar with manufacturing methods and design for manufacturability and assembly
- Analogous and parametric cost estimating
- Strong technical report writing and presentation skills
- MS Office proficiency
- Clean criminal record
- Valid driver’s licence with a clean abstract
- Willing to travel