Description:
Key Responsibilities:Lead and oversee mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment projects. Review, approve, and ensure accuracy of drawings, specifications, and technical calculations. Ensure designs are cost-effective, energy-efficient, sustainable, and fit for purpose. Provide technical leadership across project phases, from planning and procurement through construction and commissioning. Coordinate resources and align multidisciplinary teams to meet project timelines and deliverables Ensure all engineering work complies with quality, health & safety, and environmental standards. Collaborate closely with Production and Manufacturing to ensure designs are practical and buildable. Lead, coach, and manage the mechanical design team, providing guidance on complex design challenges. Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best-practice design standards to reduce risk and improve outcomes. Manage assigned projects, including cost, schedule, quality, subcontractors, and overall delivery performance
Requirements:
A Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Professional registration advantageous) Proven experience in mechanical design leadership, preferably in water or wastewater treatment Strong technical background in piping systems, pump stations, and mechanical plant design Demonstrated experience leading multi-disciplinary engineering teams Solid project management capability, including cost and schedule control Strong working knowledge of EHS, quality systems, and compliance standards Proficiency in relevant design and project tools (CAD platforms and Microsoft Project) Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
04 Feb 2026;
from:
gumtree.co.za