Junior Mechanical Engineer
SendTraffic, a Division of Atrinsic
Date: 7 hours ago
City: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Contract type: Full time

Our client in the consulting engineering industry is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer with a strong interest in mechanical design and experience in Bulk Materials Handling (BMH) systems. This role is ideal for a technically inclined engineer looking to grow under the mentorship of experienced professionals while contributing to engineering and project delivery within mining and industrial infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the mechanical engineering and design of BMH systems (conveyors, chutes, hoppers, crushers, etc.)
- Develop mechanical datasheets, specifications, equipment lists, technical bid evaluations, and detailed calculations
- Manage the BMH discipline scope within EPCM/EPC projects from concept through to commissioning
- Interface with internal disciplines, clients, and contractors to ensure cohesive project execution
- Review and approve vendor documents, shop drawings, and ensure engineering quality assurance
- Prepare documentation for procurement, installation, and commissioning
- Participate in and/or lead site activities including inspections, installations, FATs, and commissioning
- Mentor junior engineers and designers and perform QA/QC reviews
- Resolve BMH technical challenges during all project phases
- BSc / BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering
- Registered as a Candidate Engineer with ECSA or actively pursuing registration
- 5-7 years' experience in mechanical design, preferably with exposure to Bulk Materials Handling or related industrial systems
- Knowledge of mechanical equipment and systems used in mining and industrial plants
- Understanding of fabrication, installation, and commissioning processes
- Familiarity with OHSA and relevant engineering codes and standards
- Experience or exposure to conveyor design tools such as Sidewinder preferred
- Basic knowledge or exposure to DEM simulation tools such as Rocky or Newton advantageous
- Proficient in CAD software including AutoCAD 2D/3D, Inventor, and BIM 360 / Advanced Steel and be competent with MS Office Suite
- Preferred certifications include Belt Conveying of Bulk Solids, Bulk Transfer Chute Design and Modelling Certification, and basic DEM modelling and commissioning training
- Autocad
- 2D
- Autodesk Inventor
- Solid Edge
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