Junior Mechanical Designer

Job Placements · Despatch

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What You'll Be Doing

  • Assisting in the design and detailing of custom mechanical systems and special-purpose machinery
  • Developing practical engineering solutions aligned to project specifications
  • Performing engineering calculations, including stress, force, and accuracy assessments
  • Supporting machine design validation through analysis and simulations
  • Creating detailed manufacturing and release documentation
  • Working closely with senior engineers throughout the design process
  • Supporting assembly and implementation activities during project execution
  • Providing cost-saving ideas and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
  • Assisting with engineering change requests, tooling, and fixture design

What We're Looking For

  • National Diploma, BTech, Bachelor's Degree, or higher qualification in:
  • Mechanical Engineering, or
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • 0 to 2 years' experience in a design environment
  • Exposure to mechanical design principles and engineering calculations
  • Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and machine design fundamentals
  • Knowledge of FEA, FMEA, or design analysis methodologies would be advantageous
  • Valid Code 8 driver's license
  • Fluent in English
  • Afrikaans communication skills advantageous
  • German language skills beneficial

The Type of Engineer Who Will Thrive Here You are:

  • Curious and eager to learn
  • Passionate about engineering and problem-solving
  • Comfortable taking initiative
  • Detail-oriented with a strong technical mindset
  • Excited by the idea of designing equipment that will be manufactured and used in industry
  • A team player who enjoys collaborating with experienced engineers

What's In It For You?

• Exposure to complex engineering projects • Mentorship from experienced design professionals • Hands-on involvement throughout the project lifecycle • Opportunity to develop machine design, analysis, and problem-solving skills • A clear pathway to grow your engineering career within a highly technical environment If you're ready to move beyond theory and start designing solutions that make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you. Apply directly or send your CV to:

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