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Junior Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com

Title: Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Company: ExecutivePlacements.com

Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Recruiter:

C3 Resources

Job Ref:

JHB000153/NS

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

Salary:

R23 500 Monthly

SUMMARY:

Junior Mechanical Design Engineer

Are you a passionate young Mechanical Engineer looking to launch your career in heavy industrial machinery design?

Our client, a respected and innovative manufacturer in the air quality processing industry, is looking for a motivated Junior Mechanical Design Engineer to join their growing team in Gauteng. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on exposure to the design and development of custom-engineered industrial equipment while receiving structured mentorship and training.

You’ll work on large-scale industrial centrifugal fans, axial fans, and related heavy machinery used by clients across South Africa and internationally.

POSITION INFO:

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

  • Exposure to real-world heavy industrial machinery projects
  • Structured training and mentorship from experienced engineers
  • Opportunity to grow into an Application Engineer role
  • Supportive and technically advanced engineering environment
  • Career growth within a well-established manufacturing business
  • Diverse local and international client exposure

Minimum Requirements

  • BEng Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 0–3 years’ experience in Mechanical Design Engineering
  • Knowledge of mechanical design principles
  • Proficiency in CAD/mechanical design software
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • Self-driven, adaptable, and eager to learn

Advantageous Experience

  • Exposure to industrial machinery or heavy equipment design
  • Manufacturing or production environment experience
  • Experience with industrial fans, rotating equipment, or related systems

Key Responsibilities

  • Translate customer technical requirements into practical engineering designs
  • Assist in the design and development of custom industrial machinery
  • Collaborate with management, production teams, and clients
  • Support project execution while ensuring quality and deadlines are met
  • Contribute to continuous improvement and new business opportunities
  • Communicate effectively with clients and internal stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a hands-on, ambitious engineering graduate who is passionate about design, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and wants to build a long-term career in industrial engineering and manufacturing.

If you are eager to grow your technical expertise and work in a dynamic engineering environment, this opportunity is for you.

📩 Apply now and take the next step in your engineering career.

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