Mechanical Design Engineer at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• An industry leader in the design and manufacture of modular industrial solutions is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for problem-solving, CAD design, and hands-on engineering. This is a career-defining opportunity to work on cutting-edge, custom-built mechanical systems for clients across the mining, power generation, and manufacturing sectors.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Full lifecycle mechanical design – from concept to manufacturing
• 3D modelling, detailing, and preparing production-ready drawings
• Engineering calculations: FEA, heat loss, fluid flow, material strength
• Client proposal development – including renders and conceptual designs
• Project management: budgeting, scheduling (Gantt), and client communication
• Producing detailed documentation and working closely with manufacturing teams

What We’re Looking For:

• Tertiary qualification in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or equivalent)
• 2–5 years of experience in a design and manufacturing environment
• Strong experience with Autodesk Inventor & Vault (SolidWorks also valuable)

Solid understanding of:

• Mechanical design principles and manufacturing cost implications
• Sheet metal fabrication and industrial component design
• Welding, NDT, and applicable specifications
• Attention to detail, ability to self-manage, and deliver under pressure
• Strong communication skills in English (professional) and Afrikaans (conversational)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Ideal Background:

• Hands-on experience in any of the following fields is highly advantageous:
• Custom-built fabrication
• Mining equipment design
• Container-based solutions (e.g., substations, genset enclosures, E-houses)
• HVAC, power generation, or hydraulics
• Modular skid systems and industrial enclosures