Job Description

Are you a skilled Mechanical Design Engineer looking for a dynamic and innovative work environment? Look no further! Our client is seeking a talented individual to join their team. As a leading player in the industry, they are committed to pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Product and Process Development:

• Promote the development of our technologies and increase the general knowledge level within the company

• Develop creative ways to streamline company processes and increase internal efficiency

• Continually develop and improve support models for customer support and service center

• New technology and product development

• Work with the PR, marketing, and sales departments to establish a go-to-market strategy

Test Work:

• Conduct test work and determine the suitability of available equipment to the clients requirements

• Produce technical reports and specifications regarding any test work performed

• Assist the customer in understanding the demands of the material and the implications of machine selection on upstream and downstream processes

Product Realization:

• Create product definitions tailored according to clients needs

• Create and register items and bills of materials in the relevant information system to allow for the procurement of machines/spares/equipment

• Commission new equipment to meet IMSs and the clients operating requirements

• Assist in ensuring that any manufactured components are manufactured to the highest levels, using accurate drawings, technical descriptions, quality requirement lists etc. as well as interaction with the supplier and relevant procurement representative

Product Support and System Optimization:

• Liaise with customers through the relevant customer support consultant to develop an understanding of the customers needs

• Conduct investigations into equipment failures and any customer operational concerns

• Conduct system audits of customer sites to determine system efficiency and assist in plant optimization

• Produce technical reports detailing any failure investigations as well as audits/optimization exercises.

Engineering Management:

• Manage engineering processes (ECPs, drawing requests, QIRs etc.)

• Administer the engineering system (Network data, machine register, manuals, IPCs etc.)

• Assist in ensuring component drawings and QRLs are accurate and drawn according to requirements

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum of 4 years design experience, designing Mineral Processing / Mining Plant / Heavy Equipment

• Knowledge and experience using AutoCAD (Inventor is preferred)

Well also be looking for:

• Structural design experience (advantageous)

• FEA Analysis experience (advantageous)

• Basic software development skills (preferable)

• Excellent technical knowledge

• Excellent written communication and presentation skills

• Good commercial awareness

• Good problem-solving skills and a creative approach to new ideas

• Work autonomously with minimal supervision

• Out of the box thinker

• Agile and solution driven

• Ability to prototype quickly

• Data driven

• Good team-working skills

• Ability to prioritize and plan effectively

• Start-Up experience (advantageous)

• Own transport / valid drivers license

Our client values creativity, innovation, and a collaborative spirit. Join them in shaping the future of engineering excellence!

Benefits

R 40 000 - R 50 000 CTC

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