Mechanical Engineer

SUMMARY:
Opportunity Available!! Our leading client in the Manufacturing Sector is looking to employ a Mechanical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Potchefstroom.

POSITION INFO:
Job Description:

Develop

• Develop innovative solutions for ammunition manufacturing facilities in cooperation with team members of different engineering disciplines.
• Do research and development to ensure the implementation of the latest technologies during the development processes

• Mechanical designs from the concept phase up to and including detail design and drawings for manufacturing.
• Execute design reviews.
• Plan and prepare plant layout and inputs for civil structures.
• Ensure designs comply with legal and explosives regulatory requirements.
• Take design responsibility at facility level.
• Ensure design progress is on schedule and within budget.
• Generate necessary facility and equipment documentation.

• Oversee and give guidance to internal and external fabrication entities to fabricate and construct the facilities or equipment.
• Ensure conformity to specifications.
• Ensure manufactured/bought-out items adhere to quality standards.

• Plan and conduct tests and evaluations to verify the equipment and system performance.
• Investigate failures and ensure corrective action is taken.
• Ensure results are documented and configured

• Oversee the installation and implementation of the final product.
• Provide training/support for products/systems/equipment.

• Compile technical proposals and costing in support of new business.
• Interact with clients in support of business development

• B. Eng – Mechanical Engineering or higher
• 3 – 5 years working experience in mechanical design related to a plant and equipment environment
• Proficient in the use of SolidWorks and or similar 3D CAD.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Simulation experience in heat transfer, CFD & FEM.
• Good communication, planning and organising skills.
• Interdisciplinary skills related to engineering design.
• Highly organised and self-motivated.
• Analytical thinker with good reasoning skills.
• Ability to interact with people at all levels.
• Ability to work precisely and methodically with minimum supervision.
• Exposure to Explosive Regulations as set out in the OHS Act.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Travel domestically and internationally

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