Projects Mechanical Engineer

Your mission:

• Identification of project / end-user requirements 
• Identification and selection of suitable mechanical engineering solutions for projects during the project planning phase (mechanical engineering solutions includes piping, tanks, vessels and equipment).
• Development of selected mechanical engineering solutions to appropriate level of detail for capital expenditure (capex) application
• Responsible for preparation of project cost estimates in preparation for capex applications
• Preparation of preliminary engineering plans in preparation for capex approval, and detailed engineering plans after capex approval
• Responsible for implementation of mechanical solutions after capex approval. This will be done in conjunction with original equipment suppliers and external design consultants where necessary. 
• Involvement in procurement processes. This includes compiling technical specifications for equipment and services, adjudication processes and order generation
• Co-ordination of drawing and design work and ensuring proper approval of all project drawings
• Review and approval of all relevant project documentation and drawings supplied by equipment suppliers / consultants
• Management and coordination of work conducted by external design consultants and suppliers
• Ensuring that relevant engineering processes and standards are applied
• Provision of  leadership or assistance to construction teams during equipment installation and commissioning
• Ensuring that the pre-engineering and detail engineering mechanical deliverables for all major Capex projects are properly planned out and capture on PPO.
• Ensure the regular updating of engineering deliverable progress on PPO.
• Conceptual and analytical problem solving required.
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team, providing mechanical engineering solutions ensuring team synergies are promoted.
• Stay abreast of latest technologies and provide solutions for their integration into existing plant infrastructure

Your profile:

• BSc / BEng / BTech Mechanical Engineering qualification
• 5 - 10 years’ experience in mechanical/project engineering in an industrial / manufacturing environment
• Certified PMP would be advantageous
• Registration with Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) or eligible
• Valid South African Drivers license

We offer:

• Location: Merebank Mill, Travancore Drive, Merebank, 4052
• Duration: Permanent

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