Johannesburg: Mechanical Design Engineer posted by Hire Resolve
Job Description
An industry leader in the design and manufacture of modular industrial solutions is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, CAD design, and hands-on engineering. This is a career-defining opportunity to work on cutting-edge, custom-built mechanical systems for clients across the mining, power generation, and manufacturing sectors.
What Youll Be Doing:
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Full lifecycle mechanical design from concept to manufacturing
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3D modelling, detailing, and preparing production-ready drawings
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Engineering calculations: FEA, heat loss, fluid flow, material strength
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Client proposal development including renders and conceptual designs
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Project management: budgeting, scheduling (Gantt), and client communication
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Producing detailed documentation and working closely with manufacturing teams
What Were Looking For:
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Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or equivalent)
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25 years of experience in a design and manufacturing environment
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Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor & Vault (SolidWorks also valuable)
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Solid understanding of:
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Mechanical design principles and manufacturing cost implications
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Sheet metal fabrication and industrial component design
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Welding, NDT, and applicable specifications
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Attention to detail, ability to self-manage, and deliver under pressure
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Strong communication skills in English (professional) and Afrikaans (conversational)
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Ideal Background:
Hands-on experience in any of the following fields is highly advantageous:
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Custom-built fabrication
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Mining equipment design
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Container-based solutions (e.g., substations, genset enclosures, E-houses)
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HVAC, power generation, or hydraulics
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Modular skid systems and industrial enclosures
Why This Role?
Youll join a dynamic and fast-growing engineering team delivering highly specialized projects at national scale. This is a hands-on, engineering-first environment where innovation, precision, and execution matter.
Our client offers a competitive salary, growth opportunities, and the chance to make a measurable impact on real-world engineering problems.
Ready to Make Your Next Career Move?
Contact Arista Palin at Hire Resolve via email:
? *****@*****.co.za | *****@*****.co.za
Or apply via our website: www.********.co.za
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