Mechanical Engineer
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A well-established Consulting Engineering firm in Cape Town is looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineer with Fire design qualification and/or expertise, to join their dynamic team in the building services industry ASAP.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of large-scale projects, gain invaluable exposure, and grow your career alongside a team of highly experienced professionals in a fast-expanding sector.
Purpose of role:
Seeking a qualified professional to join the team as Mechanical Engineer who will assist with Mechanical HVAC, Wet Services and Fire Engineering services within the Building Services sector.
Involved with projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with South African codes and regulations or to exceed these standards through Rational Design principles.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Assist with the management of mechanical building services across all project stages, including conceptualization, design, implementation, and closure.
- Involved with project execution.
- Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
- Possess and implement an understanding of local codes and regulations (SANS Codes) and Rational Designs.
- Utilize HVAC, Wet Services and Fire Engineering knowledge to enhance project outcomes.
- Prepare detailed specifications and bills of quantities for mechanical scope.
Generate technical reports to communicate project progress and findings.
Desired Experience & Qualification- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng or BSc) essential.
- Master degree in Fire Engineering highly recommended
- 1-5 years’ experience in the Building Services Industry, sound knowledge of HVAC, Wet Services and Fire Suppression design and installations.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD essential.
- Proficiency in Revit highly recommended.
- Rational design knowledge
- Fluent in English and understand Afrikaans to effectively participate in meetings with clients
- Strong command of Microsoft Office
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be medically fit to work on construction sites, willing to travel, work on site as may be required
- Must be staying in Cape Town, or be prepared to relocate to Cape Town for this permanent position in the Northern suburbs
Salary package is negotiable depending on qualifications, ECSA registration status, and post-qualification experience
Interested?Submit CV in MS Word format today!
Kindly take note:
Only RSA citizens need apply for this position - must be fluent in English and understand Afrikaans to effectively participate in meetings with clients
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Should you not receive any feedback within 30 days of application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Please submit detailed an updated CV in MS Word format ASAP!
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