Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NES026952/Wes

Date posted

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Location

Centurion, South Africa

Salary

550000 Annually

SUMMARY

Mechanical Design Engineer

Centurion, Gauteng

Design the Equipment That Keeps Mines Moving

The mining industry is evolving. Processing plants are expected to do more with less, improve efficiencies, increase throughput, and operate with greater reliability than ever before.

Behind every successful operation is a Mechanical Design Engineer who can transform complex challenges into practical engineering solutions.

If you are passionate about engineering, enjoy solving real-world industrial problems, and thrive in an environment where your designs move from concept to implementation, then this opportunity could be your next career-defining move.

A leading engineering solutions provider within the mining and mineral processing sector is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its team of specialists delivering innovative plant and equipment solutions across Southern Africa.

POSITION INFO

What You'll Be Doing Design and develop mechanical equipment and systems for mining and mineral processing applications. Produce high-quality 3D models, detailed manufacturing drawings, and engineering documentation. Participate in the design of bulk materials handling and mineral processing equipment. Perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and design verification activities. Assist with plant layouts, mechanical system integration, and equipment optimization. Work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams, suppliers, and clients throughout the project lifecycle. Support commissioning activities and provide technical solutions to site-related challenges. Ensure designs comply with industry standards, project specifications, and quality requirements. Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and design methodologies. What We're Looking For BEng Mechanical Engineering degree. Minimum 3 years' post-graduate experience within the mining or mineral processing industry . Proven mechanical design experience in industrial, processing plant, or bulk materials handling environments. Strong CAD design capabilities. Experience with engineering calculations, equipment design, and technical problem-solving. Understanding of manufacturing methods, materials selection, and mechanical engineering principles. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience That Will Set You Apart Mineral processing plant design. Conveyors, chutes, hoppers, tanks, and pumping systems. Bulk materials handling equipment. Mechanical plant layouts and piping systems. Finite Element Analysis (FEA). EPCM, consulting engineering, or project engineering environments. The Type of Engineer Who Succeeds Here You are more than a designer. You are the engineer who sees a bottleneck and immediately starts thinking about how to eliminate it. You understand that great engineering is not only about calculations and drawings-it is about creating solutions that improve production, increase reliability, and deliver measurable value to clients. You enjoy taking ownership of challenges, working alongside experienced professionals, and seeing your ideas become reality in operational mining and mineral processing environments. If you are looking for an opportunity where your technical expertise will directly influence the success of large-scale industrial projects, this role is for you. To apply for this opportunity, please send your CV to Should you not receive feedback within 14 days of your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.