Mechanical Design Engineer

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

Job Summary Responsibilities:

  • Product Development: Lead the design and development of new mining equipment and enhancements to existing products, ensuring alignment with customer needs, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
  • Design Optimization: Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product designs for performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Project Management: Manage design projects from inception to completion, including resource allocation, scheduling, budgeting, and milestone tracking.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, procurement, quality assurance, and sales to ensure seamless product development and successful product launches.
  • Prototype Testing: Oversee the testing and validation of prototypes to ensure they meet design specifications and performance expectations.
  • Documentation: Prepare and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including drawings, specifications, bills of materials, and test reports.
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Proven experience (10 years) in a similar role within the mining or heavy equipment industry.
  • Strong proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, etc.) and familiarity with PLM systems.
  • Deep understanding of mechanical design principles, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team of engineers.
  • Excellent project management skills with a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges.

Duties & responsibilities at each company Must Be Clearly Listed on CV.
No criminal record.
Be medically fit & able to pass a medical examination.
Please Note: Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Thank you
Bilnor Staffing Solutions
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1567625
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    R30,000-39,924 per month
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned