Senior Mechanical Design Specialist

2 months ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Persona Staff Full time
Job Description

At Persona Staff, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Design Specialist to join our team.

This role is responsible for the technical design and drawing of new and existing drawings, as well as the improvement and development of design processes and production units.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Technical design and drawing of new and existing drawings.
  2. Improvement and development of design processes and production units.
  3. Conduct simulation processes tests to determine and verify prototypes.
  4. Design new machines using CAD modeling, calculations, and technical applications.
  5. Assist and support maintenance team with mechanical changes to existing machinery.
  6. Accurate record keeping, issuing, and control of all drawings.
  7. Submit final design to CEO, Project Engineer, and Plant Engineer for approval.
  8. Research current processes, machine parts, and techniques.
  9. Provide advice and support to R&D, plant, and project engineers.


Requirements:
  • National Senior Certificate.
  • BTech or BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience as a Design Engineer.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Valid driver's license with own transport.
  • SolidEdge and/or CAD experience.
  • Exposure to Axis, Pumps, Motors, Bearings, Heat treatment, Types of steel, Machine design, Process Design, and manufacturing.


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