Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NES026949/Wes

Date posted

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Location

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary

300000 Annually

SUMMARY

Junior Design Engineer

Pretoria East, Gauteng

Every great engineer starts with a solid foundation—but the best ones never stop building.

A leading engineering organisation is looking for a Junior Design Engineer who is eager to develop their technical expertise, contribute to meaningful projects, and grow within a dynamic engineering environment. This opportunity is ideal for a mechanically minded engineer who enjoys problem-solving, design work, and being involved in projects from conception through to implementation.

If you're looking for a role where you'll be challenged, mentored, and exposed to real-world engineering projects, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

POSITION INFO

Minimum Requirements BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering Minimum 3 years post-graduate engineering experience Exposure to design engineering and project engineering activities Proficiency in CAD and engineering design software Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles Experience creating engineering drawings and technical documentation Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Strong communication and teamwork abilities Advantageous Experience Exposure to the automotive sector Exposure to the military or defence industry Experience working within a manufacturing or engineering environment Knowledge of product development and engineering project execution Key Responsibilities Assist in the design and development of mechanical components, systems, and assemblies Produce and maintain engineering drawings and technical documentation Support project engineering activities from planning through execution Assist with design reviews, testing, and implementation activities Liaise with suppliers, manufacturing teams, and other stakeholders Ensure designs comply with technical, quality, and safety requirements Support continuous improvement and product enhancement initiatives Participate in problem-solving and troubleshooting activities What We're Looking For A motivated and ambitious engineer eager to grow their career A strong technical thinker with a passion for design and innovation Someone who enjoys a hands-on engineering environment A professional who takes ownership and delivers quality work A team player who can contribute to both design and project execution activities This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to build a successful career in design and project engineering while working on challenging and rewarding projects. Email your CV to If you have not had any response within 14 days of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.