Design Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES026191/Wes

Date posted:

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

450000 Annually

SUMMARY:

Design Engineer (Mechanical)
Take the next step in your engineering career by joining a dynamic and innovation-driven environment where your design expertise will directly influence advanced mechanical solutions. This role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects, including the reverse engineering of specialised measuring equipment, while playing a key role in both product development and production optimisation.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

Design and develop high-quality mechanical components and systems aligned with project requirements
Reverse engineer measuring equipment, analysing existing designs to recreate, improve, and optimise performance
Translate concepts into detailed engineering drawings and production-ready designs
Drive seamless integration between design and production, ensuring manufacturability and efficiency
Work closely with production, quality, and procurement teams to deliver robust solutions
Conduct testing, validation, and design reviews to ensure compliance with industry standards
Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across design and manufacturing processes
Maintain precise and up-to-date technical documentation

Minimum Requirements:

BEng / BSc / BTech in Mechanical Engineering
Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical design within a production environment
Hands-on experience with reverse engineering and measuring equipment
Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar
Solid understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and engineering principles
Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail

Personal Attributes:

Driven and solutions-oriented with a passion for engineering excellence
Ability to take ownership of projects from concept through to production
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams

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