Mechanical Design Engineer - Cape Town at Lesedi Nuclear Services Pty Ltd

PURPOSE OF ROLE

Produce quality technical outputs which satisfy all requirements (Clients, Codes and Standards) by adhering to internal engineering processes. The position is a 100% technical role.

The candidate will form part of a multi-disciplinary engineering team within Lesedi’s Engineering Department. Lesedi focuses on Engineering, Procurement and Construction projects within the Power Generation, Mining, Oil & Gas and Industrial sectors. The candidate will be responsible for the compilation and review of Process and Mechanical designs for complex piping related systems found within the applicable industrial sectors.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Ensure the complete design process is followed and engineering outputs are produced on time
• Provide input to tender / enquiries & development of design concepts including estimation of workload and BoQs
• Compile and review industrial designs
• Ensure engineering outputs are technically correct and in accordance with the appropriate codes and standards
• Ensure that the desired outputs in respect of the above are achieved
• Provide inputs into planning
• Ensure technical scope control on allocated projects
• Develop and review equipment and material specifications
• Strong interpersonal skills with the client and internal relationships.

 QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor degree: Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum of 5 years post qualification related mechanical/power engineering experience
• Registered as a PR Eng is preferable. 
• Experience within the power engineering and associated infrastructure would be ideal
• Site related experience beneficial

  TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Report writing
• Design software (CAD, Hydraulic Analysis, Stress Analysis)
• Technical Problem solving
• Technical and Procurement Specification compilation
• Adjudication of suppliers and sub-contractors
• Knowledge of Inter-discipline interfaces
• Working knowledge of applicable Codes and Standards

COMPETENCIES

• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Communication skills
• Analytical ability
• Results driven
• Attention to details
• Ability to work under pressure