Cape Town: Mechanical Design Engineer posted by The Key Recruitment Group

Specialist in the design and development of steel structures and subsea equipment, seeks to employ an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to be responsible for the entire design lifecycle.

For the position you would be required to have:

• B. Eng/ B. Sc/ B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 5 years experience in mechanical or structural design engineering, preferably in heavy manufacturing, mining, materials handling or offshore engineering environment
• Experience with FEA (structural analysis), SolidWorks, GD&T, AutoCAD (2D draughting)
• Excellent knowledge of material properties and manufacturing processes (welding, fabrication, machining)

Responsibilities would include you to:

• Design and develop heavy structural components and systems using engineering principles and relevant industry standards (e.g., ASME, AISC).
• Create detailed 3D models and assemblies using SolidWorks, ensuring proper form, fit, and function.
• Generate highly accurate and detailed 2D engineering/fabrication drawings using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, including dimensions, tolerances (GD&T), material specifications, and welding details.
• Perform structural analysis and simulations, including Finite Element Analysis (FEA), to validate designs for strength, durability, and safety under various operating conditions and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including project managers, manufacturing personnel, and clients, to define project requirements, design constraints, and ensure seamless integration of components.
• Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs) and support the creation of work instructions and technical documentation for manufacturing and assembly.
• Provide technical support to the production teams, addressing any design-related challenges that may arise during the manufacturing or assembly process.
• Participate in design reviews and prototype testing, analyzing results and iterating designs as needed to optimize performance and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct site visits and inspections when required to evaluate existing structures or support installation and commissioning activities.

Please apply online or contact Jan van Dyk on 0(***)***-****for more information