Mechanical Engineer â?? Heavy Engineering | Offsho

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering (Approximately 70%)

• Design and develop mechanical equipment and engineered solutions.
• Perform engineering calculations using first principles and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) where required.
• Produce detailed 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
• Compile complete manufacturing documentation, including:
• Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Quality Control Plans (QCPs)
• Work Instructions
• Technical Manuals

• Liaise with and manage external vendors during the fabrication and manufacturing process.
• Provide technical guidance and support throughout the manufacturing lifecycle.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant engineering standards and quality requirements.

Project Engineering (Approximately 30%)

• Manage engineering projects from initiation through to successful delivery.
• Prepare quotations and oversee project execution.
• Coordinate procurement activities and logistics.
• Plan resources and project schedules.
• Review inspection reports and engineering documentation.
• Compile and submit project data books.
• Monitor manufacturing progress, quality control activities and project close-out.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (BEng or BSc) in Mechanical Engineering.
• Approximately 3 years' post-graduate experience in a mechanical engineering design environment.
• Demonstrated experience within the heavy engineering, offshore, oil & gas or subsea sectors.
• Strong mechanical design capability with a genuine passion for engineering innovation.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modelling and detailed engineering drawings.
• Experience performing engineering calculations and applying FEA techniques.
• Good understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication and engineering documentation.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication, planning and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Candidate Profile To complement the technical demands of this position, preference will be given to candidates who have completed their Mechanical Engineering qualification through a leading South African institution recognised for producing graduates with a strong emphasis on engineering design and analytical excellence.

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