Job Description

Job Summary
An industry leader in the design and manufacture of modular industrial solutions is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, CAD design, and hands-on engineering. This is a career-defining opportunity to work on cutting-edge, custom-built mechanical systems for clients across the mining, power generation, and manufacturing sectors.
What You'll Be Doing:
Full lifecycle mechanical design - from concept to manufacturing
3D modelling, detailing, and preparing production-ready drawings
Engineering calculations: FEA, heat loss, fluid flow, material strength
Client proposal development - including renders and conceptual designs
Project management: budgeting, scheduling (Gantt), and client communication
Producing detailed documentation and working closely with manufacturing teams
What We're Looking For:
Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or equivalent)
2-5 years of experience in a design and manufacturing environment
Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor & Vault (SolidWorks also valuable)
Solid understanding of:
Mechanical design principles and manufacturing cost implications
Sheet metal fabrication and industrial component design
Welding, NDT, and applicable specifications
Attention to detail, ability to self-manage, and deliver under pressure
Strong communication skills in English (professional) and Afrikaans (conversational)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ideal Background:
Hands-on experience in any of the following fields is highly advantageous:
Custom-built fabrication
Mining equipment design
Container-based solutions (e.g., substations, genset enclosures, E-houses)
HVAC, power generation, or hydraulics
Modular skid systems and industrial enclosures
Why This Role?
You'll join a dynamic and fast-growing engineering team delivering highly specialized projects at national scale. This is a hands-on, engineering-first environment where innovation, precision, and execution matter.
Our client offers a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a measurable impact on real-world engineering problems.
Ready to Make Your Next Career Move?
Contact Arista Palin at Hire Resolve via email:
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