Lead Mechanical Engineer

SUMMARY:
Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with a passion for leadership, product development, and engineering excellence? This opportunity is ideal for an experienced engineering professional who can lead high-performing design teams, drive technical innovation, and oversee the successful delivery of complex engineering projects from concept through implementation. You will play a key role in mentoring engineers, ensuring design quality, and aligning technical deliverables with customer expectations and industry standards

POSITION INFO:
Job Description: Lead and manage a multidisciplinary mechanical design team Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and support to design engineers Coordinate engineering resources and prioritise project activities to meet business objectives Manage project schedules, deliverables, and technical milestones Ensure designs comply with applicable engineering standards, specifications, and customer requirements Facilitate internal and external design reviews to maintain technical integrity and quality Engage with customers and suppliers to ensure alignment of engineering deliverables Support project execution through effective planning, resource management, and technical leadership Develop and review 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation Manage engineering data and support product lifecycle management processes Contribute to performance management, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives Skills & Experience: Minimum 15 years' post-graduate engineering design experience BEng, BSc, or BTech in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering Strong background in product development, mechanical design, or heavy engineering environments Proven experience leading and developing engineering teams Demonstrated project management and resource planning capabilities Strong CAD design experience, including 3D modelling and drawing creation Experience working with Product Data Management (PDM) systems Exposure to digital engineering tools and modern design technologies will be advantageous Willingness to travel internationally when required Experience within heavy industrial, or related engineering sectors will be advantageous Qualification: BEng / BSc in Electrical / Electronic / Mechatronic Engineering Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. Connect with us on and Register your CV to create a profile and to view all our Engineering recruitment vacancies. Let us assist you with your career. For further Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building and Construction, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering jobs.