Junior Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer

Techno Park, Stellenbosch. Our client in the aerospace industry is seeking to employ a junior Mechanical / Mechatronics Engineer who will be responsible for the mechanical design, analysis, and qualification of components and assemblies for satellite communication systems. This role requires a hands-on engineer with 2 years working experience and a strong analytical capability and experience in designing for demanding environments. You will also contribute to technical decision-making and improve engineering processes.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for satellite communication systems • Create detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings • Perform structural (FEA), thermal, and vibration analysis for harsh environments (rocket launch and space) • Support environmental qualification testing (vibration, thermal vacuum cycling, etc.) • Analyse test data and produce detailed engineering reports • Collaborate with manufacturing teams and suppliers to optimise producibility and cost • Contribute to design reviews and engineering best practices • Provide technical support to cross-functional teams (e.g. design and development, sales and marketing) • Support efforts to improve mechanical product quality standards, including working with suppliers to address quality issues Requirements

• BEng / BSc Eng / MEng / MSc in Mechanical, Mechatronic or Aerospace Engineering • 2+ years of relevant mechanical design experience • Proven experience in mechanical CAD modelling and engineering drawings • Strong background in structural (FEA) and/or thermal analysis, including experience with tools • MS Office suite Technical Skills

• CAD (e.g. SolidWorks / RhinoCAD / SolidEdge, etc.)
• FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS / Abaqus, etc.)
• Engineering analysis and problem-solving
• Design for manufacture and assembly (DFMA)
• High-quality report writing