Design Engineer

We are looking for a skilled Design Engineer to join our team in Johannesburg.

The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and developing hydraulic systems and components. Responsibilities include creating detailed models, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation using advanced 2D and 3D design software. The role requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail and the ability to collaborate across engineering and production teams to deliver innovative and efficient design solutions.

Salary is market related and based on skills and experience.

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric with Diploma/Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering.
• 3-5 years experience in a technical or mechanical design engineering environment.
• Basic proficiency in CAD software and design techniques, with hand-on experience using SolidWorks/Inventor and AutoCAD for 2D and 3D modelling.
• Good working knowledge of Fluid Power Systems is advantageous.
• Drivers License.
• Fluent in English- written and verbal.
• Microsoft Office

Responsibilities:

DRAWINGS

• Design and develop components, assemblies and systems based on project requirements.
• Support sales, workshop, project and sales engineers technically.
• Design and draw hydraulic, process, diesel, electrical and electronic circuits and diagrams.
• Design, draw and evaluate mechanical structures.
• Draw up test procedures, FAT documents, BOM and manuals.
• Co-ordinate with sales, workshop, project and sales engineers to ensure all technical documents are as per requirements.
• File all documents in their correct folders. Special care for NDA.
• Accurate communication and documentation when handing over instructions.
• Assist sales, workshop, branches, project and sales engineers with quotations.
• Attend quotation and design reviews.
• Evaluate and assist technically with repairs.
• Assist with fault finding.
• Perform FAT and commissioning in the workshop and on site.
• Assist branches technically when required.

GENERAL

• Keep abreast of the latest CAD technology.
• Maintain current working knowledge of structural standards, regulations and current design factors for equipment used in hydraulic systems.
• Assist management with any other duties as may be required.

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Diploma/Degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering?
• Describe your experience with designing and drawing hydraulic, process, diesel, electrical and electronic circuits and diagrams.
• What is your notice period?

Experience:

• technical or mechanical design engineering: 3 years (Required)
• CAD software & design techniques: 2 years (Required)
• AutoCAD for D and 3D modelling: 1 year (Required)
• working Engineering/Mechanical environment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Location: In person