Mechanical Project Engineer

Reference: Rec000445-JG-1

Our client is an engineering company in Pretoria that designs and builds specialised vehicles, trailers and marine platforms, including for the defence sector. They are looking for a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer to take projects from concept and design through to production. Duties & Responsibilities What you’ll do:

• Design and develop mechanical systems and sub-systems for vehicles, trailers and marine craft using SolidWorks
• Plan, schedule and deliver engineering projects, managing risk, budget and milestones
• Produce, review and control engineering drawings, design documentation and technical specifications
• Support prototype development, testing and handover to manufacturing and fabrication
• Work closely with production, suppliers and the multidisciplinary engineering team

Minimum requirements:

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Mechanical Engineer in design, development and project execution
• Experience in design and production of vehicles, boats, trailers or similar mechanical platforms
• Proficiency in SolidWorks (or equivalent 3D CAD) and MS Office, including MS Project
• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Working knowledge of project management (planning, scheduling, risk and budget control)
• Valid driver’s licence and own vehicle

Advantageous:

• Experience in the defence, marine, automotive or heavy engineering industries
• Experience with armoured vehicles, specialised trailers or marine craft design
• Experience with prototype development and testing programmes