Mechanical Design Engineer for Manufacturing Excellence

5 days ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Old Mutual Full time

**About the Role:**

A seasoned Mechanical Design Engineer is required to spearhead design innovation and process enhancement within our manufacturing team in the Western Cape.

The successful candidate will leverage their mechanical engineering expertise and CAD skills to create efficient designs, detailed assemblies, and precise manufacturing drawings. Additionally, they will manage engineering change proposals and provide support to the manufacturing department.

Key responsibilities include:

  1. Developing innovative mechanical designs that drive manufacturing efficiency and productivity
  2. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless design-to-manufacturing processes
  3. Maintaining and improving existing designs to meet changing manufacturing requirements

**Requirements:**

To excel in this role, you should have:

  • A diploma in Mechanical Engineering from a reputable institution
  • At least 3 years of experience in machine design and manufacturing, preferably in a similar industry
  • A minimum of 2 years of CAD experience, with proficiency in popular CAD software

We offer a dynamic work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.



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