Mechanical / Process Engineer

Recruiter:

Managed Personnel Services (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

Eng/Tanya

Date posted:

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly salary

SUMMARY:
Responsible for technical delivery, project management, and business development.

POSITION INFO:

A well-established Cape Town-based process engineering firm specializing in custom stainless steel equipment (tanks, ribbon blenders, mixers, and related systems) for the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, and beverage industries.

Full-time Mechanical or Process Engineer position with significant responsibility for technical delivery, project management, and business development. The role combines strong engineering expertise (design and automation) with the ability to generate new revenue through client acquisition, tenders, and project opportunities.

Design, automate, and optimize stainless steel process equipment such as tanks and ribbon blenders.

Drive business generation: Prospect new clients, secure projects/tenders, and expand opportunities in target industries.

Manage projects from concept to commissioning: Handle budgeting, supply chain coordination, team oversight, quality assurance, and compliance with relevant standards

Collaborate on process improvements and tailored client solutions.

Contribute to overall operational efficiency and business growth.

Qualifications & Experience (Essential):

Bachelor''s degree (BEng / BScEng) in Mechanical Engineering or Process Engineering (or closely related fields, e.g., Chemical Engineering with relevant mechanical/process experience).

Post-qualification experience in mechanical/process engineering, including hands-on work with stainless steel fabrication, hygienic/process systems, and automation

Demonstrated track record in business development or sales within engineering/manufacturing (e.g., winning contracts, building client relationships, tender success).

Key Skills & Attributes:

Technical proficiency: Equipment design, process optimization, full project lifecycle delivery.

Commercial awareness: Revenue generation, client negotiation, basic costing and margin understanding.

Leadership: Project/team management, strong problem-solving in a dynamic SME setting.

Other: Excellent communication, commitment to quality, Cape Town-based

Preferred:

PrEng registration with ECSA (or actively pursuing/eligible soon).

Prior experience in food, pharmaceutical, chemical, or similar process sectors.

Junior to mid level preferred

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