Senior Mechanical Engineer

POSITION LOCATION

The position shall be primarily based in Bryanston, Johannesburg, South Africa, with travel to the site in Zimbabwe as required to support engineering, construction, commissioning and operational readiness activities. During plant commissioning, this role will be required to be on site to lead and oversee commissioning (C1-C5) activities within their areas of responsibility and provide technical leadership to site teams. Travel requirements will vary depending on project phases and operational requirements.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will provide technical leadership and discipline governance for all mechanical engineering activities associated with the Project. The role is responsible for ensuring that mechanical equipment and systems are engineered, procured, installed, commissioned and handed over safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications, engineering standards, statutory requirements and operational objectives. The incumbent will act as the mechanical discipline authority, providing strategic technical direction, reviewing engineering deliverables, managing technical risks, supporting project decision-making and mentoring junior engineers throughout the project lifecycle.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Leadership & Design

• Lead the mechanical engineering discipline throughout all project phases. • Review, approve and provide technical oversight of mechanical engineering deliverables. • Review process plant layouts, equipment arrangements and mechanical designs. • Review mechanical equipment sizing, selection and specifications. • Provide strategic technical guidance during engineering reviews. • Ensure engineering consistency across all mechanical systems. • Lead multidisciplinary design reviews and value engineering initiatives. • Ensure compliance with project specifications, applicable engineering standards and statutory requirements. • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior mechanical engineers and graduates. Procurement Support

• Lead technical evaluations of vendor proposals and supplier submissions. • Review and approve technical specifications and procurement documentation. • Participate in vendor clarification meetings. • Support supplier inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs). • Review vendor drawings and ensure compliance with project requirements. Construction Support

• Provide senior technical support during construction.
• Resolve complex site engineering issues.
• Conduct quality inspections and engineering audits.
• Review non-conformance reports and recommend corrective actions.
• Support construction planning and contrac

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