Junior Mechanical Designer

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting in the design and detailing of custom mechanical systems and special-purpose machinery
• Developing practical engineering solutions aligned to project specifications
• Performing engineering calculations, including stress, force, and accuracy assessments
• Supporting machine design validation through analysis and simulations
• Creating detailed manufacturing and release documentation
• Working closely with senior engineers throughout the design process
• Supporting assembly and implementation activities during project execution
• Providing cost-saving ideas and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
• Assisting with engineering change requests, tooling, and fixture design

• National Diploma, BTech, Bachelor's Degree, or higher qualification in:
  • Mechanical Engineering, or
  • Mechatronics Engineering
• 0 to 2 years' experience in a design environment
• Exposure to mechanical design principles and engineering calculations
• Understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and machine design fundamentals
• Knowledge of FEA, FMEA, or design analysis methodologies would be advantageous
• Valid Code 8 driver's license
• Fluent in English
• Afrikaans communication skills advantageous
• German language skills beneficial

You are:

• Curious and eager to learn
• Passionate about engineering and problem-solving
• Comfortable taking initiative
• Detail-oriented with a strong technical mindset
• Excited by the idea of designing equipment that will be manufactured and used in industry
• A team player who enjoys collaborating with experienced engineers

• Exposure to complex engineering projects
• Mentorship from experienced design professionals
• Hands‑on involvement throughout the project lifecycle
• Opportunity to develop machine design, analysis, and problem‑solving skills
• A clear pathway to grow your engineering career within a highly technical environment

If you're ready to move beyond theory and start designing solutions that make a real impact, we'd like to hear from you.