📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Recruitpro Solutions is actively recruiting for a Project Engineer position in East Rand. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Engineering / Technical sector looking to advance their careers.
🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: 5 - 8 years • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Engineering / Technical• Location Preference: in East Rand
💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-This Project Engineer role is critical in driving technological innovation and infrastructure development. Technical professionals are essential for South Africa's economic growth and digital transformation.
📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Engineering / Technical offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.
📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Project Engineer position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the 5 - 8 years requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Engineering / Technical field• Any certifications or specialized training
🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Engineering / Technical sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.
Job Title: Mechanical Projects Engineer Company: Recruitpro Solutions
Salary: Market Related Job Type: Permanent Sectors: Engineering Reference: Rec000414/DL
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Vacancy Details
Employer: Recruitpro Solutions
Our client, a prominent player in the African mining industry, specializes in the design and construction of comprehensive crushing, milling, and screening plants, delivering them on a turnkey basis. They also supply essential capital equipment, spare parts, and wear parts to mines throughout the continent. They are currently seeking a Mechanical Projects Engineer to bolster their Projects team in the East Rand.
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The Role
You will serve as the engineering lead on turnkey plant projects, collaborating closely with the project manager and reporting directly to the Projects Director. Your responsibilities will encompass mechanical engineering on your projects, from detailed design to procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning, with support from the in-house drawing office for design-related tasks.
In this small, collaborative company with seamless departmental interactions, the majority of your time will be dedicated to project work. However, you will occasionally lend support to the Technical team or address site-related issues, and they will reciprocate when your projects require additional assistance.
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Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate designs, drawings, and specifications in alignment with contract terms, site conditions, and process requirements, resolving any queries with the drawing office and the client. - Develop technical scopes for suppliers and fabricators, technically evaluate offers, and oversee the inspection and expediting of equipment and steelwork during manufacturing. - Collaborate with the project manager to plan installation, including sequencing, lifting, access, and method statements, and support site teams and contractors during erection. - Lead or support mechanical commissioning, client handover, punch list management, and close-out documentation. - Maintain project technical records, such as drawing registers, change control, data books, as-builts, and O&M manuals. - Provide precise technical input to project costing and claims, and identify scope changes early. - Ensure safety on site, including conducting inductions, risk assessments, permits, and adhering to the client’s safety system.
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Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BEng, BSc(Eng), or BTech). - 3 to 8 years’ experience in heavy industry, preferably on plant, equipment, or materials-handling projects in mining or minerals processing. - Hands-on site experience during installation or commissioning. - Ability to read, review, and challenge fabrication and GA drawings, and clearly specify equipment to suppliers. - Strong organizational skills with project records and documentation. - Willingness to travel to mine sites in South Africa and across Africa.
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Advantageous
- Progress towards ECSA registration. - Experience in comminution (crushing, milling, screening). - Practical, calm under pressure, and comfortable working across departments in a small team where flexibility is key.
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