Mechanical Engineer

MECAD Systems • English • CAD, PLM & BIM Software • IT Resellers & VARs • Bachelor's Degree • MATLAB • 2 hours ago
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≈ $19k – $42k per year (Estimated)
Location
In office (South Africa)
Seniority
Middle · 3+ years exp
Employment
Full-Time

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MECAD Systems

MECAD Systems is a South African reseller and training partner for Dassault Systemes SOLIDWORKS software, based in Centurion near Pretoria. Active in CAD and engineering software since 1986, it sells and supports SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD, DraftSight, Simulation, Plastics, Flow Simulation and Electrical, CAM, Inspection, MBD, PDM data management, Visualize and Composer, as well as 3DEXPERIENCE products. Its customers include manufacturers, engineering firms, entrepreneurs, startups and academic institutions, which it serves with flexible licensing, certified technical support and classroom and online training courses.
mecad.co.za • HQ: Centurion, South Africa • IT Training & Certification • IT Resellers & VARs • CAD, PLM & BIM Software • Est. 1986
Responsibilities:

Including, but not limited to:

  • Oversee multiple projects, including your own and provide guidance.
  • Mentor junior mechanical engineers and technicians.
  • Gain a fundamental understanding of the design, operations, inspection and repair of Capital Drilling Equipment as well as all the processes, procedures, etc. of the Company
  • Conduct in-house design and development, which will be the primary function of the role, including strength calculations (from first principles) and FEA/Simulation, 3D CAD modelling and drawing using SolidWorks, manufacturing data pack generation (incl. BOM's, QCP's, Works Instructions, Manuals)
  • Manage design and development Projects, which will be the secondary function within the role from inception through to delivery, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
  • Giving expert technical advice to Technicians and coaching new Technicians.
  • Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practice, QC policies, procedures, and specifications.
  • Detailed reporting and inspection report reviews; regular report and feedback to Management and the Customer on the progress of project.
  • Review engineering deliverables and initiate appropriate corrective actions, draft new procedures as required
  • Ensure safe work practice are being adhered to at all times
Skills:
  • An advanced knowledge of the MS Office suite (especially Word, Excel, Teams).
  • Excellent written communicator (email, technical report writing, WhatsApp etc.).
  • Excellent level of English, both written and verbal.
  • Sound understanding of 3D CAD packages, in particular SolidWorks would be advantageous.
  • Sound understanding of FEA Software, in particular SolidWorks Simulation and/or Abaqus would be advantageous.
  • Sound understanding of Engineering Calculations Software, in particular, MATLAB or similar would be advantageous.
  • Exposure to ASME VIII, API and Class Rules (ABS & DNV) in respect of design and manufacture would be advantageous.
  • Sound understanding of fabrication, boiler making / welding, precision machining., planning & time management skills.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor of Science (BSc Eng) or Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering (minimum requirement)
Experience:
  • Three to six years' experience in a relatable engineering environment.
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