Mechanical / Design Engineer

Recruiter:

West Coast Personnel

Job Ref:

MMAD03102025-1

Date posted:

Friday, October 3, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

R45 000.00 per month

SUMMARY:
Mechanical / Design Engineer

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:
We are seeking a skilled Mechanical / Design Engineer with at least 5 years experience to join my client’s team. The role involves designing and developing hygienic process equipment for the food & beverage industry, including tanks, pumps, piping, heat exchangers, dosing and CIP systems. You’ll be involved from concept through to commissioning, ensuring high‐quality, efficient and compliant solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Meet with clients to discuss their requirements
Create 3D models, engineering drawings and technical specifications for process equipment.
Select materials (stainless steel, hygienic finishes) and perform engineering calculations.
Work with procurement, fabricators and workshop teams to resolve design and manufacturing challenges.
Support quality control, commissioning, installation and maintenance.
Maintain accurate documentation (drawings, BOMs, revisions).
Recommend improvements for cost, efficiency and reliability.

Requirements

Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
5+ years’ mechanical/design engineering experience, ideally in food‐grade or process equipment.
Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Inventor, or AutoCAD).
Knowledge of piping, pressure vessels, fluid dynamics, welding standards and hygienic design.
Strong problem‐solving, project management and communication skills.
Experience with stainless steel systems, CIP, pasteurisation and field support is advantageous.
Exposure to automation/controls will be an added benefit.

Application Proccess:

Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are encouraged to submit their CV in MS Word format, along with a cover letter highlighting relevant experience, proof of your qualifications, and a head and shoulder photo of yourself to

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