Mechanical Engineer Jobs in South Africa

Mechanical engineers are VIP's. The reason for their importance is that they are responsible for taking new ideas all the way to the bank, figuratively speaking. Once a new product idea has been born, it becomes the responsibility of the mechanical engineer to see to it that the idea is brought to production and eventually the store or warehouse where it will be sold to the public. Mechanical engineers design anything from tiny little printer parts to space shuttles.
Many skills, extreme intelligence as well as all encompassing knowledge are required in order for a mechanical engineer to perform his job function to the best of his ability. Anything that is designed by a mechanical engineer has to incorporate aesthetic value, functionality, ability to withstand the elements as well as long-term durability. Mechanical engineering plays a vital role when it comes to large and productive industries such as the automotive industry, pharmaceutical industry and also the HVAC industry. Large companies such as Aster International, NECSA and Johnson & Johnson would not be on the successful path they are on today, were it not for mechanical engineers.

Companies presently offering Mechanical Engineer job opportunities in South Africa include Transnet, Private Property, Murray and Roberts..

99% of the live vacancies are full-time, however 1% of them are part-time positions.

93% of current opportunities are permanent, whereas 7% are contract jobs.

The largest category under which open Mechanical Engineer jobs are listed is Engineering Jobs, followed by Manufacturing Jobs.