Mechanical Design Professional

1 day ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa MC Technology Staffing Full time

Job Description

As a Senior Mechanical Designer at MC Technology Staffing, you will play a critical role in designing and developing new products. Your expertise will be crucial in translating product requirement briefings from concept to final product.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop mechanical systems, sheet metal, and structural components using SolidWorks.
  • Perform design calculations and stress analysis to ensure the integrity of our products.
  • Create drawings packs and documentation for manufacturing purposes.
  • Develop factory floor layouts and plans using AutoCAD.
  • Maintain drawing office data, workflows, and libraries using SolidWorks PDM software.
  • Oversee the entire mechanical lifecycle of the product design process, from planning and design to testing and implementation.
  • Manage and train junior designers, delegating tasks and assigning workloads effectively.
  • Troubleshoot production problems and devise solutions to resolve them.
  • Provide technical support for the quality department and production team.
  • Collaborate with the R&D team to design and develop new products within given timelines and resources.

Requirements:

  • A degree or diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field is beneficial.
  • At least 8-10 years of experience as a mechanical drafter/designer with proven experience in machine/product design and detailing.
  • Industry manufacturing experience and knowledge are essential.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office and administrative skills are required.
  • Experience working with a product data management system is necessary.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as good people skills, are essential.

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