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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location not listedEmployment type not listedCOMPANY_SITE
Match score53%Deterministic, explainable score
πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ SHOULD I APPLY?

MAYBE

Reasonable overlap, but review the gaps before applying.

South AfricaUNKNOWNinternshipNot disclosed
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MATCH BREAKDOWN

Why this score?

Signals in your favour

  • Role is in the South African market
  • Direct application source
  • South African market signal detected
  • Career level: internship

Things to review

  • No major cautions detected.
role0
direct10
location8
education10
experience10
technology15
SA ELIGIBILITY

Hard requirements vs learnable gaps

Hard / stated requirements

  • Degree is presented as mandatory

Learnable gaps

  • No major skill gap detected.
JOB DESCRIPTION

Role details

Job & Company description: Join an established international multi-disciplinary engineering and construction contractor delivering complex, high-value projects across South Africa and international markets. The business operates within technically demanding sectors including data centres, pharmaceuticals, power and major infrastructure, offering engineers exposure to leading-edge projects, collaborative technical teams and excellent long-term career development opportunities. Take ownership of mechanical engineering and design packages from concept through construction and commissioning. Manage HVAC , piping, pumps, ducting and equipment selections, while reviewing BIM models, P&IDs and coordinated drawings. Oversee technical submittals, RFIs, procurement and vendors, coordinate BMS and controls interfaces, support FATs and SATs, manage technical risks, and mentor junior engineers throughout project delivery. Job Experience and Skills Required: Degree\/BTech in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent recognised mechanical engineering qualification. Proven senior-level mechanical design\/building services experience, ideally within data centres, pharmaceutical , mission-critical, commercial or similarly complex engineering environments. Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water, piping, pumps, ductwork, fans, equipment sizing and mechanical schematics\/P&IDs. Demonstrated experience taking mechanical packages through design, procurement, BIM coordination, construction, testing and commissioning, including RFIs and technical submittals. Strong understanding of BIM, BMS\/controls interfaces, FAT\/SAT processes, vendor management and multidisciplinary coordination, with the ability to mentor junior engineers and engage confidently with clients and project teams. Apply now! Are you ready to elevate your engineering career? Send your CV to Clients seeking top engineering talent, let me help you find the perfect fit-reach out at the same email address. Let's build the future together! If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions. New users - Upload your CV Existing users - Login here