Junior Mechanical Engineer

Date: Mar 16, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:98623

Job Category:Engineering

Location:Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise inmining ,energy ,andinfrastructure ,our10,000 colleagues in150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

OurTechnologies team commercializes and delivers technologies across all three of Hatch's sectors: Metals, Energy, Infrastructure. We're a team of innovators and problem solvers who deliver custom and specialized engineering to deliver novel solutions and technologies.

2026 Graduate Opportunity: Junior Mechanical Engineer

Looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking highly motivatedGraduatesto join theStructures & Process Equipment TeaminJohannesburg.

Applicants must:

• Have a passion about mechanical engineering.
• Innovative thinkers who aim to provide solutions to problems.
• Find satisfaction in creating positive change.
• Have the below qualifications with a strong academic record:
  • Completed Bachelor of Engineering/Sciences degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Completed or In-Progress Master of Engineering/Sciences degree in Mechanical Engineering.

You bring to the role:

The successful candidate will enjoy being part of a team that will allow you to grow your problem-solving skills and think innovatively. Be flexible to travel and work in locations locally and internationally. Finally, we are looking for candidates that have a passion and drive to make a real difference.

Our Professional Development Program

As a Graduate with Hatch, you will build professional relationships with renowned experts, and champion great initiatives for reputable, well-known clients. You will belong to a company that fosters career growth, encourages continuous improvement and is pioneering in nature.

You will have opportunities to:

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to complete project deliverables for clients.
• Develop mentoring relationships with experienced professionals and experts.
• Pursue your individual career goals.
• Work in a collaborative environment.
• Continuously learn and develop through a variety of challenging work experiences and career pathways

If you are passionate about working in a global, inclusive and collaborative team to provide innovative and sustainable solutions for our clients and the communities we serve, we want to hear from you!

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.