Mechanical Design Engineer

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join an established engineering team. Positioned within a specialised engineering environment, this hands -on role is critical for producing high -quality technical documentation and supporting diverse projects from initial concept through to successful commissioning. The successful candidate will play a vital part in transforming design concepts into functional industrial plants, collaborating closely with fabrication workshops and installation teams to ensure operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Design & 3D Modelling: Execute the detailed mechanical design of water treatment and process plants, utilising advanced 3D modelling and assembly drawing workflows.
  

• Technical Drawing Production: Develop and update comprehensive Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), General Arrangement (GA) drawings, and highly accurate manufacturing and fabrication layouts.
  

• Layout & Pipework Engineering: Design complex plant layouts and integrated pipework configurations, ensuring optimal space utilisation, structural integrity, and adherence to process requirements.
  

• Bill of Materials (BOM) Generation: Compile structured, audit -ready Bills of Materials (BOM) to facilitate accurate costing, material allocation, and project tracking.
  

• Technical Procurement Support: Partner with supply chain and procurement teams, providing precise technical inputs, engineering specifications, and component data sheets.
  

• Workshop Liaison & Quality Assurance: Address and resolve technical fabrication and workshop queries promptly, executing detailed site measurements and producing as -built engineering drawings.
  

• Site Installation & Commissioning: Provide on -site technical support to installation and commissioning teams, troubleshooting mechanical misalignments and ensuring compliance with initial design intents.
  

• Standards Maintenance: Develop, refine, and maintain internal mechanical design and drafting standards to preserve engineering consistency and quality across all project lifecycles.
  

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Bachelor of Technology (BTech), or National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
  

• Minimum of 3 to 8 years of proven experience in mechanical design and technical drafting.
  

• Strong, verifiable drafting experience utilising AutoCAD.
  

• Hands -on proficiency with modern 3D design software (SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor preferred).
  

• Extensive experience producing technical manufacturing, piping, and fabrication drawings.
  

• Deep understanding of complex piping systems, industrial valves, pumps, and specialised process equipment.
  

• Demonstrated ability to accurately interpret, develop, and modify P&IDs.
  

• Willingness and flexibility to travel to operational sites when required.
  

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates with a solid engineering background in the following sectors are highly encouraged to apply:

• Water and Wastewater Treatment
  

• Chemical or Process Plants
  

• Mining and Mineral Processing
  

• Industrial Manufacturing
  

• Food and Beverage or Pharmaceuticals
  

• EPC / Turnkey Engineering Projects
  

• OEM Equipment Manufacturing
  

Required Software Skills

• AutoCAD
  

• SolidWorks or Autodesk Inventor
  

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
  

Benefits

• An organised, technically strong, and collaborative engineering environment.
  

• High -visibility projects providing exposure to the entire engineering lifecycle from fabrication through to site commissioning.
  

Work Type & Location

• Location Type: On -site / Office -based (with occasional site travel)
  

• Location: Muizenberg, Cape Town, Western Cape
  

Employment Type

• Permanent / Full -time