Mechanical Design Engineer
E and D Recruiters
Reference: Pta003904-EP-5
Mechanical Design Engineer vacancy in Somerset-West, Cape Town. BEng or Master's degree (Mechanical Engineering) with 2-4 years of Design experience. The successful candidate will work on advanced propulsion and motion systems, contributing to projects from concept design through to manufacturing-ready solutions.
Mechanical Design Engineer
Somerset West
Requirements
- BEng or master’s degree in Mechanical, marine, or related engineering fields.
- Experience or strong interest in mechanical product development.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD (NX preferred, but others considered).
- 2-4/5 years of mechanical design experience.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong grasp of mechanical design principles, materials, and production methods.
- Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) practices.
- Effective communication skills and a proactive, growth-oriented mindset.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, collaborative, and internationally oriented environment.
- Knowledge of maritime or heavy-industrial systems is advantageous.
- Experience generating technical drawings and understanding manufacturing processes.
Responsibilities include
- Designing mechanical components, assemblies, and system layouts.
- Performing engineering analyses, calculations, and 3D CAD modelling.
- Responsible for Design for Manufacturing in every design decision.
- Ensuring compliance with specifications, standards, and certification requirements.
- Supporting multidisciplinary teams in resolving technical challenges.
- Improving existing designs and contributing to internal engineering processes.
Apply via www.edrecruiters.co.za or submit your CV to ***email_hidden*** (#3904)
