Permanent
Mechanical Engineer
Cape Town, Western Cape
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About this role
Employer: Career Circuit
The Mechanical Engineer is a mid-level role for mechanical engineering personnel at our client. He/she will be an enthusiastic, efficient, committed individual with a strong background in engineering theory, design, project management, manufacturing, and practical work experience, who can think practically and innovatively. The employee will interact with Customers, Suppliers, Field Service Engineers, Technicians, Management and Consultants. The employee will give guidance and expert advice to others in the department. The employee will also be expected to work unsupervised and will be required to supervise other company personnel.
* Oversee multiple projects, including your own, and provide guidance.
* Mentor junior mechanical engineers and technicians.
* Gain a fundamental understanding of the design, operation, inspection, and repair of capital drilling equipment, as well as all company processes and procedures.
* Conduct in-house design and development (primary function), including:
+ Strength calculations (from first principles)
+ FEA/Simulation
+ 3D CAD modelling and drawing using SolidWorks
+ Manufacturing data pack generation (including BOMs, QCPs, work instructions, and manuals)
* Manage design and development projects (secondary function) from inception through to delivery, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
* Provide expert technical advice to technicians and coach new technicians.
* Monitor compliance with applicable codes, practices, QC policies, procedures, and specifications.
* Conduct detailed reporting and inspection report reviews; provide regular feedback to management and customers on project progress.
* Review engineering deliverables, initiate appropriate corrective actions, and draft new procedures as required.
* Ensure safe work practices are adhered to at all times.