174 Mechanical Systems jobs in South Africa

Reference: Pta -EP-2

Mechanical Project Manager (Industrial Systems) required at a well-established company. They specialize in engineering unique products and providing turnkey solutions to meet complex requirements, with a focus on HVAC & Complex Mechanical Systems. Clients in the military, railway and mining industries.

• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 years of proven work experience in Projects.
• Excellent Excel skills.
• Reporting Skills.
• Project management Certification (Highly desirable)

• Coordinate project management activities, resources, equipment, and information.
• Evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and develop solutions.
• Adhere to the budget by monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Monitor the daily progress of Projects.
• Communicate project requirements to stakeholders.
• Drive project deadlines and deliverables according to specified timelines.
• Ensure document control and records management.
• Perform other tasks, as requested by the line manager, in line with the role.

Apply via or submit your CV to (#3337)

We are seeking a Mechanical Design & Estimation Engineer to join our Estimation Department. The role includes developing detailed designs and preparing accurate cost estimates for mechanical systems in MEP/EPC projects, such as HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other related mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical expertise in mechanical engineering with the ability to deliver competitive, compliant, and cost-effective tender submissions.

The successful candidate will ensure that all mechanical designs and estimates are accurate, aligned with South African and international codes and standards, and delivered within deadlines to support both bidding success and project execution.

Minimum Requirements

• B. Engineering Mechanical degree or equivalent.
• Registration with ECSA | Pr. Eng. preferable
• 5 years' experience in design/estimation.
• Strong understanding of engineering standards, including South African (SANS) and relevant international codes such as ASHRAE, NFPA, and ISO.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mechanical design drawings and schematics, with a strong understanding of core mechanical engineering principles and systems.
• Operational experience and familiarity with HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related mechanical systems.
• Experience with design and estimation software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit MEP, HAP, or equivalent).
• Exposure to procurement, supplier evaluation, and cost analysis processes.
• Familiarity with standard forms of contract such as FIDIC, JBCC, and NEC will be an added advantage.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Good team member with concern for details, effectiveness, efficiency, quality and safety.

Key Accountabilities

• Read carefully the project's specifications, identify relevant codes and standards (e.g., SANS, ASHRAE, ISO, NFPA.) to have a clear understanding of the design inputs and ensure conformity to requirements.
• Plan and prioritize own work so as to deliver the expected outputs on time, in accordance with supervisor's guidance.
• Perform load calculations, equipment sizing, and detailed design for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and other related mechanical systems.
• Perform design modelling, prepare accurate calculation notes, and develop detailed designs according to the related design manual and predefined design concepts, ensuring error-free, timely, and well-presented deliverables.
• Ensure designs are coordinated with other disciplines (electrical, civil, structural) to eliminate clashes.
• Prepare and update materials take-offs, ensuring design quantities and specifications remain within the allocated project budget.
• Prepare and review technical drawings, schematics, and as-built documentation; develop as-built drawings for executed works; and prepare Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals while supporting project teams with technical inputs during execution.
• Communicate professionally through internal correspondence, reports, and meetings, coordinating with relevant departments to provide technical support or receive direction.
• Conduct internal presentations on technical subjects to enhance presentation skills, prepare for external presentations, and share knowledge with colleagues.
• Support other departments and guide CAD operators to ensure delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Perform QA/QC activities on own and peers' designs to detect, analyze, and eliminate discrepancies, while positively accepting feedback and applying lessons learned to continuously improve skills and prevent recurring mistakes.
• Review tender documents to gain a clear understanding of project type and scope, and discuss relevant requirements and specifications with the estimation team to ensure conformity during the estimation process.
• Prepare preliminary designs or pre-dimensioning for bids on time, ensuring compliance with tender requirements.
• Prepare detailed BOQs to confirm project quantities for pricing.
• Request and evaluate supplier quotations in conjunction with the procurement department, analyze for compliance, and recommend suitable options.
• Collaborate with relevant departments to compile the complete project offer, ensuring that all technical, financial, and commercial aspects are accurately integrated, reviewed, and aligned with the tender requirements and the company''s standards before submission.

Performance Indicators

• Ability to identify and apply relevant design codes and standards, including South African (SANS) and international requirements, ensuring all designs conform to standards, manuals, requirements, and best engineering practices.
• Quality of work planning/organization.
• Timely execution of assigned tasks.
• Deliver error-free designs, accurate calculation notes, and detailed priced BOQs, ensuring all outputs are submitted on time.
• Quality of quotations requested, analyzed, and compared for conformity to project specifications.
• Quality and timeliness of inputs provided for the estimation scope, ensuring accurate project costing.
• Participation in compiling the final project offer, ensuring all estimation and technical aspects are accurate and aligned with tender requirements.
• Contribution to winning competitive tenders through accurate and professional estimation work.

Competencies

• Strong planning, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to prepare and deliver technical clarifications to clients and stakeholders during tender stages.
• Ability to interact professionally with clients, consultants, and stakeholders during site visits, tender clarifications, and technical meetings.
• Strong negotiation and evaluation skills when dealing with suppliers and subcontractors to ensure competitive and compliant quotations.
• Commercial awareness and ability to balance technical requirements against cost, risk, and project profitability.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tenders and deliverables simultaneously under strict deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-disciplinary team (electrical, civil, structural, procurement, and project management).
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and quality.
• Commitment to workplace safety and compliance with OHSA requirements.

Salary offer: R49K to R65K

Overview

Mechanical / Design Engineer

Location: Montague Gardens, Cape Town

Salary: R45,000 per month

Recruiter: West Coast Personnel

Job Ref: CPT /MM

Date posted: Saturday, September 27, 2025

We are seeking a skilled Mechanical / Design Engineer with at least 5 years of experience to join our client’s team. The role involves designing and developing hygienic process equipment for the food & beverage industry, including tanks, pumps, piping, heat exchangers, dosing, and CIP systems. You’ll be involved from concept through to commissioning, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and compliant solutions.

• Meet with clients to discuss their requirements
• Create 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical specifications for process equipment
• Select materials (stainless steel, hygienic finishes) and perform engineering calculations
• Work with procurement, fabricators, and workshop teams to resolve design and manufacturing challenges
• Support quality control, commissioning, installation, and maintenance
• Maintain accurate documentation (drawings, BOMs, revisions)
• Recommend improvements for cost, efficiency, and reliability

• Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years’ mechanical/design engineering experience, ideally in food-grade or process equipment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD)
• Knowledge of piping, pressure vessels, fluid dynamics, welding standards, and hygienic design
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
• Experience with stainless steel systems, CIP, pasteurisation, and field support advantageous
• Exposure to automation/controls will be an added benefit

Overview

Reference : NES -RS-1

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Mechanical Design Engineer with strong SolidWorks experience to join our dynamic engineering team.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and detailed drawings using SolidWorks
• Perform mechanical design calculations and tolerance analysis
• Create and manage Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and other engineering teams to ensure design feasibility and cost-effectiveness
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback
• Support prototype development and testing
• Revise and update existing designs to improve performance and manufacturability

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
• Experience in mechanical design (SolidWorks proficiency essential)
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processes
• Experience with GD&T, FEA, and design for manufacturing (DFM)
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Direct Sales, Electrical Installation, Desktop Support, Data Entry Operation, Customer Relationship

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

The Offer

• Great work culture
• Opportunity within company with a solid track record of success

You will be responsible for :

• Developing of intellectual property -research and development of mechanical applicationsand sellable equipment that relates to bulk materials handlingand the agri industry
• Feasibility and analytical studies and investigation of new technologies and conceptual designs
• Proficient in stress analysis, heat transfer, design for manufacture and material strength analysis
• Must be able to create drawings in Solidworks, layout and detailing
• Ensures that designs are fit for purpose, fully reflect the client requirements, are cost effective and efficient to manufacture
• Must understand manufacturing practices and ensure that the drawings are produced in such a way that the boilermaker, etc. understands the requirements
• Conducting technical evaluation of tenders and providing recommendations for designs, costing and technical descriptions
• Project management from concept design to implementation – total turnkey projects and responsibility
• Reviewing and assessing operational practices on projects and plant with the view of developing better practical solutions.As well as trouble shoot problematic operating systems and propose practical and sellable solutions
• Providing engineering mechanical and electronic solutions and liaising with all engineering disciplines to present a complete income-based solution that is according to the user requirements. Independently resolve technical issues and constraints throughout the design cycle
• Utlising actual mathematical and engineering calculations as well as different software packages to verify optimum designs for at least flow dynamics, discreet element modelling and strength of materials. The results of these verifications and validations to be delivered in a proper format that will form part of the design report.
• Preparation of material handling equipment documentation (equipment data sheets, specifications and scope of works) for obtaining prices and for procurement
• Information management of all product development processes, drawings, intellectual property and documentation
• Assist in component sourcing and supplier selection.Liaising with suppliers or contractors to coordinate the review of drawings and documents.
• Liaising with third party Engineering Consultants in the development of specialised engineering solutions and equipment design
• Organize personnel, suppliers and consultants to ensure timely project delivery with minimal re-work
• Review all documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Preparing progress reports and payment certificates on projects
• Keep in touch with developments in the bulk materials handling and agri industry
• Site visits, site supervision, commissioning and inspection when required
• Follow Company procedures

• You have at least 5 years experience including solid experience in a similar role within Industrial and Utilities.
• You pay strong attention to detail and deliver work that is of a high standard
• You are highly goal driven and work well in fast paced environments
• You enjoy finding creative solutions to problems

Our client is an intensely entrepreneurially driven organisation. Established in South Africa since 1970 and locally owned since 2001, Our client has become a major player in the bulk materials handling sector for both pneumatic and mechanical solutions.

SHIFTINTOHIGHCAREER by joining an Engineering Company that seeks the expertise of a Mechanical Design Engineer.

Minimum Requirements :

• Must have a minimum of 8 years experience as a Mechanical Engineer in the Design, Fabrication & Detailing Industry.
• BEng Mechanical with ECSA Professional Engineer Registration is required.
• Proficient in Autodesk Inventor, Vault, Fusion, ERP systems are essential.
• Strong knowledge of Metallurgy, Materials, and Tolerances will be beneficial.
• Valid Driver's License and own Transport required.
• Contactable references and payslips required.

Salary Structure :

• Basic Salary of between R 70,000 and R 80,000, negotiable based on experience.
• Benefits included.

Only suitable candidates will be shortlisted and contacted within 14 days.

Please send your CV to emailprotected.

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Key Skills : Direct Sales, Electrical Installation, Desktop Support, Data Entry Operation, Customer Relationship.

Employment Type : Full-Time

Department / Functional Area : Manufacturing

Experience : 8+ years

Vacancy : 1

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 3 years relevant experience within the manufacturing industry.
• Proficiency in Solid Edge (3D CAD modelling).
• Strong background in sheet metal design and manufacturing processes.
• Proven experience in welding, phosphating, and powder coating.
• Knowledge of engineering drafting and design standards.
• Strong project management skills.
• Previous exposure in liaising with clients and internal stakeholders.

• Research, develop, and design mechanical components and products using Solid Edge.
• Oversee the full design-to-production process, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
• Develop and manage engineering and drafting practices in line with industry requirements.
• Provide technical expertise on sheet metal fabrication, welding, and surface treatment processes.
• Prepare accurate cost estimates and quotations for projects.
• Manage key customer accounts and provide technical support as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate design-related activities to support sales and growth objectives.
• Conduct research and development to improve products and processes.
• Ensure compliance with good drawing office practices.
• Analyse research and production data, providing insights and recommendations to management.
• Liaise with customers regularly to ensure requirements are met and provide progress updates.
• Support project management from initiation through to completion.

Submissions for this vacancy will close on 11 September 2025, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 05 October 2025.

Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are, however, recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.

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Reference: Pta -EP-1

Qualifications: BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum of 5 years of relevant design experience.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the design development, integration, and qualification of products and systems from concept to production. This includes specification qualification, integration, product support, and industrialising existing products to improve costs.

• BEng / BTech in Mechanical Engineering
• At least 5 years of experience in:
  • Proficiency in SolidWorks, Adobe Creative Cloud (advantageous), and Microsoft Office
  • Simulation software for mechanical and thermal analysis
  • Design experience in plastic fabrication and manufacturing processes such as sheet-metal, injection moulding, extrusion, vacuum forming, and printing
  • Additional advantageous experience: Basic electrical/electronic knowledge, IT networks, and systems, including installing electronic/IT/M2M/IoT systems

• Product industrialisation
• Research new product technologies, components, and solutions
• Product development and deployment
• Administration and reporting

Please apply via our website or submit your CV to the provided email with reference Pta .

Note: Companies may delete jobs at their discretion. If you are not contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your resume will be stored for future opportunities.

Only South African citizens may apply.

Annual

Direct Sales, Electrical Installation, Desktop Support, Data Entry Operation, Customer Relationship Management

• Type: Full-Time
• Experience: 5+ years
• Vacancy: 1