Mechanical Engineer at Rheinmetall Denel Munition

What We Are Looking For

Develop

• Develop innovative solutions for ammunition manufacturing facilities in cooperation with team members of different engineering disciplines.
• Do Research and Development to ensure the implementation of the latest technologies during the development processes.

Design

• Mechanical designs from the concept phase up to and including detail design and drawings for manufacturing.
• Execute design reviews.
• Plan and prepare plant layout and inputs for civil structures.
• Ensure designs comply with legal and explosives regulatory requirements.
• Ensure designs comply with OHSA requirements.

Build

• Ensure the availability of the budget.
• Oversee and give guidance to internal and external fabrication entities to fabricate and construct the designs.
• Ensure conformity to the specifications.
• Ensure manufactured / bought-out items adhere to quality standards.
• Ensure progress is on schedule and within budget.

Testing

• Plan and conduct tests and evaluations to verify the equipment and system performance.
• Investigate failures and ensure corrective action is taken.
• Ensure results are documented and configured.

Implementation

• Ensure concept designs are developed into saleable products.
• Oversee the installation and implementation of the final product.
• Provide training / support on the usage of new products / systems.

Business Support

• Compile technical documentation and costing in support of new business development.
• Interact with clients in support of business development.

What Qualifications You Should Have

Qualification

• Bachelor of Engineering – Mechanical Engineering or higher

Applicable Experience

• Five (5) years working experience in mechanical design related to a plant and equipment environment (experience in explosives or ammunition environment is desirable).
• Proficient in the use of SolidWorks and or similar 3D CAD.

Additional qualities or experience that will be to the benefit of the candidate

• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Good communication, planning and organising skills.
• Interdisciplinary skills related to engineering design.
• Highly organised and self-motivated.
• Analytical thinker with good reasoning skills
• Ability to interact with people at all levels
• Ability to work precisely and methodically with minimum supervision, self-starting attitude.
• Exposure to Explosive Regulations as set out in the OHS Act.
• Technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.