Mechanical Engineer

Strong Mechanical Engineer – Property and Buildings Business Unit

We are seeking a strong Mechanical Engineer to join our Property and Buildings Business Unit. The successful candidate will strengthen our mechanical offering and play a key role in delivering innovative solutions. The responsibilities listed below are indicative of eligibility and capability for the position; final suitability is determined by management and contingent on the availability of an engineering position.

• Predominantly HVAC design and implementation.
• Additional experience in any of the following will be highly advantageous:
  • Medical Gases
  • Mechanical Utilities
  • Wet Services/Public
  • Fuel System Design
  • Vertical Transportation
  • Fire Engineering Services

• High level of technical proficiency.
• Capable of managing projects from inception to closeout, working independently with guidance from a senior engineer on complex or high-value projects.
• Proficient in HVAC design, including air conditioning heat load and ventilation calculations in line with local and international standards.
• Skilled in HVAC design software (e.g., HAP, Loadest, IES) and air/fluid/heat flow calculation tools.
• Knowledge of HVAC modelling software and BIM tools (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM
  360) and manual psychrometric analysis.
• Fundamental understanding of Medical Gases, Mechanical Utilities, Wet Services/Public, Fuel System Design, Vertical Transportation and Fire Engineering Services.
• Knowledge of South African National Standards (SANS) for ventilation and global standards such as British Standards and ASHRAE.
• Expertise in specifying and approving specialist equipment.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, earning respect and trust.
• Understand clients’ needs and deliver tailored solutions.
• An established client base is advantageous.

• Demonstrate strong leadership in communication, resource management, and teamwork.
• Work unsupervised, managing time, quality, and effort to deliver high‑quality results within time and cost constraints.

• Handle project scoping, scope monitoring, and cost control for mechanical systems.
• Prepare tender documentation and manage the tender process.
• Formulate Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
• Oversee contractor and contract management within the mechanical discipline.

• Apply logical reasoning to evaluate alternatives.
• Make sound judgments using deductive and inductive reasoning.
• Use scientific principles to solve complex engineering problems.

• Effectively convey information, both written and oral.
• Possess excellent technical report‑writing skills.

• Ensure QA/QC throughout project stages.
• Provide site supervision and monitor construction processes.
• Troubleshoot issues on existing installations.

• Model SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company’s health, safety, environmental and quality vision and policies.
• Identify and mitigate SHEQ risks to achieve Zero Harm.
• Promote a safe working environment across office, construction sites and general environments.

• B Eng / BSc / B Tech degree in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering with relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years post‑graduation working experience in HVAC or mechanical engineering, including design and construction monitoring.
• Experience in sectors such as Data Centres, Healthcare Facilities, Clean Rooms and Advanced Manufacturing.
• Good understanding and working knowledge of Revit and BIM
  360.
• Experience in Medical Gases, Mechanical Utilities, Wet Services/Public, Fuel System Design, Vertical Transportation and Fire Engineering Services is highly advantageous.
• Current employment with a consulting entity preferred.
• Professional registration (Pr Eng or Pr Tech Eng) is advantageous.

• Code B drivers licence (preferably own car).
• Computer literacy (programming skills advantageous).
• Experience with Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, BIM
  360).
• Self‑motivated, team player, excellent communicator.
• Ability to run and manage own projects with guidance from a senior engineer.
• Skilled in thermodynamic and pipe network design principles.
• Responsible, self‑sufficient and able to apply common sense.
• Questioning and inquisitive mind.
• Willingness and ability to travel.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion for mechanical engineering to a team that values innovation and excellence, we would love to hear from you!