Mechanical Design Engineer, Pretoria

Duties&Responsibilities

Lead the design of complex mechanical systems for underground mobile mining equipment using SolidWorks or Autodesk— including 3D layouts, detailed drawings, assemblies, and technical renderings

Simulate and validate mechanical systems using tools such as SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS, MATLAB, or Nastran to optimise performance, reliability, and safety

Drive the full product development lifecycle: problem definition, concept development, component selection, detailed design, prototyping, validation, and production release

Lead design reviews and cross‑functional engineering reviews, providing structured input for continuous improvement

Define testing criteria and validation methods in accordance with relevant industry standards

Select appropriate components and materials, optimising designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability

Read, interpret, and modify hydraulic and pneumatic schematics as part of system integration work

Prepare comprehensive technical documentation including engineering calculations, FEA reports, CFD reports, and engineering change notices (ECNs)

Provide ongoing technical support to the production and assembly team during capital equipment builds

Support aftermarket, field commissioning, and customer troubleshooting activities at mine or distributor sites as required

Guide regulatory compliance across mechanical system design, ensuring adherence to applicable global standards

Mentor and develop junior engineers and designers, ensuring consistency and technical growth within the team

Conduct periodic customer and site visits, including travel to remote mining locations when required

Experience Required

Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably in heavy or mobile equipment

Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (non-negotiable); experience with AutoCAD and/or Creo advantageous

Hands‑on experience with simulation tools such as ANSYS, MATLAB, or Nastran

Solid background in material selection, manufacturing processes, and cost engineering

Demonstrated experience reading and modifying hydraulic and pneumatic schematics

Experience in system testing, validation, and advanced diagnostic troubleshooting

Knowledge of industry standards and safety regulations relevant to underground mining equipment is a strong advantage

Proven ability to lead design projects and mentor junior team members

Willingness to travel periodically, including to mine sites and test and validation facilities

Qualifications

BSc Mechanical Engineering, Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology, or C.Eng. Tech (required)

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