Job Description

Role Overview: An exciting opportunity is available for a detail-oriented Junior Design Engineer to join a dynamic engineering team focused on pump-related products. This role will be responsible for leading the drafting and design of 2D and 3D mechanical drawings, reviewing technical specifications, and supporting cross-functional teams through the full design and production cycle. The position plays a key part in ensuring design accuracy, manufacturing efficiency, and engineering compliance.
Key Responsibilities:

• Design and draft detailed 2D and 3D mechanical drawings using Autodesk design packages.
• Approve and amend machining and fabrication drawings to ensure alignment with manufacturing and quality standards.
• Perform engineering calculations related to load analysis, fluid dynamics, centre of gravity, bearing selection, and general mechanical design.
• Oversee drawing office administration including revision control, archiving, and transmittal management.
• Finalise general and sectional arrangement drawings for internal records and client submission.
• Lead design compliance and dimensional checks for pumps and components.
• Mentor draughtsman and ensure design integrity across deliverables.
• Support engineering change requests and integrate updates into production schedules.
• Coordinate with production, sales, and quality teams to address design queries and resolve technical issues.
• Maintain digital and manual drawing records for easy traceability and reference.
• Evaluate and enhance existing products with a focus on cost-efficiency and manufacturability.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for design and production optimisation.
• Assist fabrication and machine shop personnel with technical interpretation of drawings.
• Ensure proper creation, maintenance, and accuracy of Bills of Materials (BoMs).

Requirements:
Education:

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Drafting Design, or a closely related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design or draughting, particularly in pump manufacturing or heavy industrial engineering.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Autodesk packages and drawing management systems (Vault experience preferred).
• Hands-on knowledge of ERP integration with production data and BoM structures.
• Familiarity with 3D scanning and CAD-based modelling.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is advantageous.
• Previous involvement in machine shop environments and foundry processes preferred.

Technical Skills:

• Strong grasp of mechanical manufacturing processes and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Able to conduct technical assessments of fits, tolerances, fasteners, bearings, and alignment specifications.
• Skilled in interpreting and amending complex mechanical assemblies and manufacturing drawings.
• Use of precision tools including verniers, micrometres, and calipers.
• Basic knowledge of materials and corrosion resistance to guide selection processes.

Attributes:

• High attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities.
• Proactive and solution-focused with the ability to make independent decisions.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
For more information, please contact: 012 346 1950