Junior Mechanical Engineer

5 days ago


Cape Town City Centre, South Africa Jobted ZA C2 Full time

Key responsibilities / main job duties:
Design and Development:
- Create detailed mechanical designs for aerospace and defense systems, primarily aircraft systems and components.
- Develop prototypes and iterate on designs based on testing results and performance criteria.
- Ensure designs meet stringent requirements for durability, reliability, and safety in extreme conditions.
- Ensure designs are cost effective to produce.

Analysis and Testing:
- Conduct rigorous simulations and analyses to assess structural integrity, thermal performance, system performance, and dynamic behaviour of designs as relevant.
- Specify, oversee, and analyse physical testing, including environmental and stress tests and flight tests, to validate and refine designs.
- Apply knowledge of aerospace materials and technologies to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Compliance and Standards:
- Ensure all designs comply with industry standards, military specifications, and regulatory requirements as applicable.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant aerospace and defense standards.

Documentation and Reporting:
- Prepare comprehensive design documentation, including detailed drawings, specifications, test requirements and reports.
- Document design changes, test results, and compliance with standards.
- Generate validation reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.

Collaboration and Coordination:
- Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and interdisciplinary teams to integrate mechanical designs with electrical, software, and systems engineering components.
- Coordinate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure design feasibility and support production processes.

Problem-Solving:
- Identify and resolve complex engineering challenges related to mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Implement design improvements based on feedback from testing, field performance, and lessons learned.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement:
- Research and integrate new materials, technologies, and design techniques to enhance performance and reduce costs.
- Stay informed about advancements in aerospace and defence technology and incorporate best practices into design processes.

Project Management Support:
- Assist in developing project plans, timelines, and resource requirements.
- Support project management by providing design updates, risk assessments, and technical guidance.

Candidate requirements:
Qualification and/or professional license(s)
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Experience
- Experience in machine design and manufacturing, preferably Aerospace design will be advantageous
- Experience with 2D and 3D CAD software systems will be advantageous



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