Mechanical Engineer

1 month ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa SA Metal Full time
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer

SA Metal is seeking a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise in the design, development, and maintenance of industrial machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop industrial machinery and sub-components
  • Generate detailed drawings and Bills of Materials (BOMs)
  • Prepare manufacturing and assembly instructions
  • Ensure all inspection and preventative maintenance tasks are documented and scheduled on the group CMMS
  • Liaise with other departments to resolve failures and implement solutions
  • Drive preventive and predictive maintenance
  • Drive continuous improvement
  • Undertake quality assurance on mechanical work executed
  • Compile reports on failures and tasks

Qualifying Criteria:

  • BSc/B.Eng./B-Tech in Mechanical Engineering
  • At least 8 – 10 years' experience in the maintenance or production environment
  • Competency in computer-aided engineering design and drawing
  • Hands-on working experience in a maintenance or manufacturing environment is essential
  • Experience in hydraulic system design and maintenance advantageous
  • Experience in electrical control systems advantageous
  • Proven project management experience
  • Proven leadership experience
  • Valid driver's license
  • Must be fully computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
  • Must have strong proven administrative skills
  • Experience working with a Computerized Maintenance Management System
  • Knowledgeable on the Occupational Health & Safety Act
  • Sound communication skills (understand, read and write English)
  • Must be prepared to work overtime when required

Qualifying Attributes:

  • Attention to detail and an analytical approach to troubleshooting
  • Ability to prioritize workload and perform effectively in a pressurized environment
  • Excellent team player – able to balance team and individual responsibilities
  • Ability to maintain professional working relations with diverse personalities
  • Hard-working and self-motivated
  • Time and priority management
  • Excellent communication skills on all levels
  • Logical and detail-oriented
  • Excellent standards of execution
  • Critical thinking and conflict resolution potential
  • Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity
  • Excellent planning, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills on all levels

Benefits:

  • Provident fund
  • Life cover
  • Funeral cover
  • Medical aid - hospital plan
  • 15 x paid leave days per annum
  • Long service leave after five years of employment

Working Hours:

07:30 – 17:00 Monday - Thursday

07:30 – 16:00 Fridays

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements



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