Job Description

Requisition ID: 88463

Job Category: Technology

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in , , and , our in tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our commercializes and delivers technologies across all three of Hatch's sectors: Metals, Energy, Infrastructure. We're a team of innovators and problem solvers who deliver custom and specialized engineering to deliver novel solutions and technologies.

Hatch is currently looking for a Mechanical Engineer who will be responsible for establishing system requirements, performing functional analyses, defining design criteria, preparing engineering calculations, technical specifications, data sheets and reports.

In addition, the Mechanical Engineer is required to develop, or provide input into, 3D models and 2D drawings, the Mechanical Engineer reports to the Lead Mechanical Engineer on a large project and to the Project Manager or the Engineering Manager on a small project.

The Mechanical Engineer may supervise junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists on a project.

The Mechanical Engineer is expected to mentor young engineers as part of their career development programs.

As a successful candidate, you will;

• Assist in defining project scope,
• Assist the Engineering Manager/Lead Mechanical Engineer with the delivery of project requirements as they relate to scope, cost and schedule,
• Perform system analyses, establish user requirements, analyze system functional and performance requirements, define design criteria, and establish system layouts and designs,
• Prepare engineering calculations such as hydraulic modeling, stress analysis, equipment sizing and tank, pressure vessel and bin design and ensuring that all analyses satisfy user and system requirements,
• Prepare technical specifications based on input received from other disciplines,
• Conduct interface management between related systems,
• Prepare data sheets based on input received from other disciplines,
• Prepare and contribute to technical memos and reports, within areas of expertise,
• Provide input to engineering, operating and capital cost estimates,
• Prepare and/or review project standard specifications and design criteria,
• Prepare or provide input to 3D models and 2D mechanical drawings,
• Participate in and contribute to design reviews,
• Carry out assigned tasks within budget and schedule,
• Stamp documents and drawings as required and if appropriately registered,
• Manage small capital and maintenance projects,
• Assist in preparing proposals,
• Review and evaluate technical work prepared by junior engineers, intermediate engineers, designers, technicians and technologists,
• Assist in the compilation and delivery of monthly engineering status reports,
• Construction supervision and management dependent upon project demands,
• Assist in the commissioning of systems on site as required.

You bring to the role;

• BSc/BEng in mechanical engineering,
• Registration as a professional engineer. Alternatively, registration as a candidate professional engineer actively working towards professional registration,
• Minimum five years project engineering experience,
• Good communication and interpersonal skills,
• Good planning and organizational skills,
• Ability to function with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of industry standards, regulations and codes pertinent to the mechanical engineering discipline,
• Ability to function as a member of a multidisciplinary team and coordinate mechanical activities between disciplines,
• Safety awareness.

Why join us?

• Work with

to make a difference * Collaborate on exciting
to develop innovative solutions

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the of the in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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