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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Hire Resolve

  • R60,000 - R80,000 per month
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Cape Town
  • Posted 07 Aug 2026 by Hire Resolve
  • Expires in 24 days
  • Job 2643603 - Ref 197381
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About the position

An industry-leading engineering firm specializing in offshore, oil and gas, and heavy mechanical systems is seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Mechanical Engineer to join their team. This dynamic role balances hands-on technical design and engineering with end-to-end project execution. This is a primarily design focused role and would require candidates with a great passion for it, paired with relevant experience.

Primary Responsibilities (±70% of Role)

  • Perform in-house design and product development.

  • Conduct strength calculations from first principles, utilizing FEA and simulation tools as required.

  • Execute 3D CAD modeling and technical drawing production using SolidWorks.

  • Generate complete manufacturing data packs, including Bill of Materials (BOMs), Quality Control Plans (QCPs), Work Instructions, and User Manuals.

  • Manage vendor relationships and oversight during the fabrication phase.

Secondary Responsibilities (±30% of Role)

  • Oversee project management across Service, Repair, Manufacture, Design, CEM, and Product lines from inception through to delivery.

  • Manage project quotation, execution, procurement, logistics, resource planning, and scheduling.

  • Review inspection reports, manage dispositions, and compile final data books for submission.

  • Provide direct oversight on manufacturing processes, quality control, and final project closeout.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Cape Town (UCT) or Stellenbosch University.

  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant Mid-Level or Senior Mechanical Engineering role.

  • Proven track record within the Heavy Engineering, Offshore, Oil & Gas, or Subsea sectors.

  • A strong, demonstrated passion and capability for mechanical design.

  • Advanced proficiency in SolidWorks (3D modeling, simulation, and drafting).

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

Apply for this role today—contact Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or via LinkedIn. You can also visit the Hire Resolve [Email Address Removed].com.

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Hire Resolve

About the agency

Hire Resolve is a specialist Recruitment & Staffing firm founded in 2004. Hire Resolve is focused on finding career seekers a work environment that best suits them. Our goal is your workplace satisfaction. We operate in the engineering, finance, IT, mining, supply chain, trade and technical industries. The Hire Resolve team prides itself on its technical & industry knowledge. The consultants at Hire Resolve are very well-established in their community - they are industry-savvy & technically competent. We offer a personalized experience for each individual, to guarantee that you find the best possible position for your career growth. If you are looking for an exciting new career opportunity get in touch and connect with one of our skilled consultants today!

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