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Johannesburg: Mechanical Engineer posted by SET Consulting

Johannesburg: Mechanical Engineer posted by SET Consulting

Posted on 2025-07-31 00:00:00

Employer SET Consulting
Category Other Engineering
Location Gauteng  / Johannesburg

Job Summary

Purpose:
An experienced Mechanical Engineer with EPC/EPCM experience working in a consulting role. The candidate will be part of a team that manages key clients and projects in mining and infrastructure projects. The specific engineering responsibilities include managing studies, designs, coordination, and completion of projects on time, within budget and within scope. In collaboration with the engineering team and depending on the size of the project, the candidate must be able to oversee all aspects of projects from the concept study phase, through to feasibility studies, detail design, execution and commissioning. The candidate must set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor and manage project progress. The candidate must be well versed in preparing reports and reporting project status to upper management. The candidate will prepare proposals and interact with team members, sub-consultants, and clients. The candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary team and with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. He or she will coordinate with other departments to ensure all aspects of each project are aligned and assist with the identification of new and innovative solutions to the clients needs.
Requirements:

Broad understanding of mechanical infrastructure systems, which includes mining infrastructure requirements, commercial construction industry practices, construction contracts, and budget/schedule management. etc.

Good interpersonal and people management, together with a strong desire to lead projects.

Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.

Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress.

Manage changes to the project scope and project schedule using appropriate verification techniques and

Collaborate with design engineers to develop and review mechanical engineering designs, ensuring compliance with specifications and regulations.

Report and escalate concerns to management as needed.

Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders.

Perform risk management to minimize potential risks.

Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.

Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project.

As required, travel to site for client interaction and/or OEM supplier premises.

Delegate project tasks based on junior staff members’ individual strengths, skill sets, and experience levels.

Develop project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members.

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Ensure that work is done in accordance with acceptable standards.

Maintain project records in accordance with the internal quality management system.

Preparation and management of specifications, schedules, estimates, progress reports, meeting agendas and minutes, and procurement issues.

Mechanical engineering and design during all project phases according to client, national, and international standards.

Assessing client/ project engineering requirements.

Supervise construction activities, provide technical guidance, and resolve any issues that may arise during the construction phase.

Prepare concept design and the ability to objectively evaluate both technically and commercially, different options based upon project objectives/requirements.

Oversee testing and commissioning processes to verify the functionality and performance of mechanical systems.

Ensure that all project activities adhere to health and safety regulations and industry best practices.

Cost estimation of mechanical engineering scope of work, including equipment and construction costs.

Prepare Proposals, Expression of interests, and tendering.

Collaborate with local and international teams.

Technical Client Presentations.

Mentorship of junior team members.
Qualifications:

BSc/BEng/BTech (Mechanical)

Professional Registration (ECSA)
Experience:

Proven working experience in the mechanical / consulting industry with project experience in mechanical / mining projects with 5+ years of experience. (Minimum)

Must be fully computer literate in MS Office to a very high level

Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, codes, and standards.

Materials handling design experience

AutoCAD / Inventor / Navisworks experience
Person requirements
Core competencies:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)

Proficient with Microsoft Project

Experience with project management

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