Junior Mechanical Design Engineer Jobs in Pretoria

A Junior Mechanical Design Engineer is needed in Pretoria-East for a client of E&D Recruiters working in the automotive and military industry. The role covers the full product development journey, from research and concept design through to manufacturing, assembly and final commissioning, and suits a graduate engineer with around two years of design experience.

About the company and the work

E&D Recruiters is a professional recruitment service specialising in technical roles, matching engineering skills and people to positions in the technical field. Its client in Pretoria-East designs and develops components, sub-assemblies and assemblies for the automotive and military industries. The successful candidate will be involved in every stage of the product development process, from research and concept design to manufacturing, assembly and final commissioning, and will carry responsibility for designs from concept through to sign-off.

Role details and duties

The Junior Mechanical Design Engineer will be responsible for the concept and detailed design of components, sub-assemblies and assemblies, including evaluating Finite Element simulation results, incorporating team input and supporting prototype building and testing. The role involves coordinating with manufacturing and subcontractors to maintain effective information flow and reduce delays, and coordinating with test and analysis teams to complete the design cycle and ensure technical accuracy. The engineer will manage projects to meet time, cost and weight targets and participate in internal and client design reviews, provide production support, assist with maintenance and repair documentation, and support procurement. The role also involves maintaining responsibility for designs from concept to sign-off, ensuring component quality and acquisition, and staying informed on emerging trends in automotive and military technologies.

Requirements

• Post-Graduate degree in Mechanical or Design Engineering, or an N-Dip in Mechanical or Design Engineering.
• Graduate engineers with 2 years of experience will be considered.
• NX11 (Unigraphics) preferred, or a relevant CAD package.
• Siemens Teamcentre 11 or a relevant PDM system.
• Microsoft Office.
• Only South African citizens will be considered, as stated in the advert.

Where to find and apply safely

This vacancy is advertised on Careers24 by E&D Recruiters, reference Pta004055/EP, and applications close on 29 November 2026. Apply only through the official Careers24 listing linked below, or through the recruiter’s own website as stated in the advert. Be cautious of anyone asking for payment or personal banking details in exchange for a job offer, as legitimate recruiters do not charge job seekers.

Practical tips

When applying, quote reference Pta004055 and make sure your CV shows your CAD package experience, any Finite Element simulation work, and the design projects you have taken from concept toward production. Examples of prototype testing or design review work will strengthen your application.

How the process works

Applications are submitted through the Careers24 listing or directly to the recruiter as described in the advert. The recruiter reviews applications against the stated qualifications and experience, and shortlisted candidates are contacted for the next steps. If you do not hear back, the role may already have been filled or your profile may not have matched the stated requirements on this occasion.

Important information

This post is for information only and is not an offer of employment. The salary is stated as Market Related in the original advert, and the role is a permanent position based in Pretoria-East. Always confirm the final details, including the closing date of 29 November 2026, in the original advert before applying.

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