Description:
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer
Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Job Category: Mechanical Engineering
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 15 April 2025
1. Purpose of the Role
A fantastic opportunity is available for a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in engineering design, project delivery, and quality control.
This role requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities, along with strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with clients and work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
2. Role Description
Key responsibilities include:
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Designing building services using industry-relevant software within the mechanical engineering discipline.
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Coordinating multidisciplinary engineering services across project stages.
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Preparing and reviewing design and construction documentation, including data analysis, drawing reviews, and client reports.
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Monitoring construction and conducting audits, including specification compliance inspections, construction payment assessments, factory/site acceptance testing, and commissioning.
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Implementing and managing quality assurance and quality control procedures throughout projects.
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Managing projects to meet quality standards, timelines, and budgets.
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Providing leadership and line management to the mechanical engineering team.
3. Candidate Specifications
The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:
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A qualification in Mechanical Engineering (minimum BTech; BSc/BEng preferred; Master’s degree advantageous).
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Professionally registered with ECSA.
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A minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering within the building services sector (including HVAC and wet services).
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Additional experience in any of the following areas is advantageous:
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Fire protection systems
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Vertical transportation
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Refrigeration
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Piped gas services (medical gases, LPG)
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Building management systems
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Industrial mechanical engineering (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants)
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Project management
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Strong understanding and application of local and international engineering standards and legislation, particularly related to safety.
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Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
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Possession of a valid driver’s licence.
This is a great opportunity for a motivated engineer to contribute to meaningful projects and take on a leadership role in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Requirements:
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Designing building services using industry-relevant software within the mechanical engineering discipline.
-
Coordinating multidisciplinary engineering services across project stages.
-
Preparing and reviewing design and construction documentation, including data analysis, drawing reviews, and client reports.
-
Monitoring construction and conducting audits, including specification compliance inspections, construction payment assessments, factory/site acceptance testing, and commissioning.
-
Implementing and managing quality assurance and quality control procedures throughout projects.
-
Managing projects to meet quality standards, timelines, and budgets.
-
Providing leadership and line management to the mechanical engineering team.
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A qualification in Mechanical Engineering (minimum BTech; BSc/BEng preferred; Master’s degree advantageous).
-
Professionally registered with ECSA.
-
A minimum of 8 years of experience in mechanical engineering within the building services sector (including HVAC and wet services).
-
Additional experience in any of the following areas is advantageous:
-
Fire protection systems
-
Vertical transportation
-
Refrigeration
-
Piped gas services (medical gases, LPG)
-
Building management systems
-
Industrial mechanical engineering (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants)
-
Project management
-
-
Strong understanding and application of local and international engineering standards and legislation, particularly related to safety.
-
Willingness to travel to project sites as required.
-
Possession of a valid driver’s licence.
-
Fire protection systems
-
Vertical transportation
-
Refrigeration
-
Piped gas services (medical gases, LPG)
-
Building management systems
-
Industrial mechanical engineering (e.g., water/wastewater treatment plants)
-
Project management