TRAFFIC Eastern Cape

Junior Mechanical Engineer

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Job Description

Port Elizabeth, South Africa Posted on 05/04/2026

Our client is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to join the Port Elizabeth team.

Responsibilities
  • Assist with the design, analysis, and development of mechanical components and systems
  • Support senior engineers with engineering calculations, drawings, and specifications
  • Prepare and update technical documentation, reports, and manuals
  • Participate in equipment installation, commissioning, testing, and inspections
  • Assist with maintenance planning, fault finding, and root cause analysis
  • Ensure compliance with South African standards (SANS), safety regulations, and company policies
  • Liaise with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders when required
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and cost saving projects
  • Maintain accurate engineering records and drawings
  • Adhere to Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) requirements at all times
Requirements
  • National Diploma / BTech in Mechanical Engineering
  • Recently graduated or up to 2 years' relevant experience
  • HVAC industry experience will be an advantage
  • Candidate must already reside in the Port Elizabeth / Uitenhage area

About This Role

Career insights for Mechanical Engineers positions

Salary Benchmark
R55,561/month
R41,339 to R72,024/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.
Key Skills for This Role
Active Listening Critical Thinking Reading Comprehension Complex Problem Solving Judgment and Decision Making
Common Technologies
Simcenter Nastran Minitab Statistical Software ReliaSoft Weibull++ Blink (Chrome Engine) AutoCAD Civil 3D Revit MicroStation Visual Basic .NET