Mechanical Engineer Intern (Mechanical Engineer – BSc/Beng/BTech) – Wellington/Blackheath, Western Cape

BSc/Beng/BTech Mechanical Engineering Newly qualified or max 2 years work experience 6 months will be solely spent on training with the Engineering Manager who resides in Wellington, in the Boland after which will work at offices in Blackheath. Willing to travel and work within and outside South Africa for extended periods. Current and valid drivers license Have own transport Willing to relocate to JHB, once training phase is complete Current and valid passport, no restrictions Desirable: Legal Liability Training Incident Investigation Risk Assessment Training First Aid Training Fire Fighting Training Route Cause Analysis Technique Vacation work in the heavy lift industry Skills - ESSENTIAL Design and Engineering drawings using AutoCAD. Report Writing Intermediate Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook Skills - Desirable Advanced Excel AutoDesk Inventor (3d Modelling) Clear understanding of the relevant equipment and its use Finite Element Analysis High level of self-motivation (Initiative-taking) Good communicator written and verbal. Able to work as part of a team. Able to learn new techniques and procedures. Able to invent and propose new methods of work/modification to existing systems. Produce logical solutions to problems. Quality and detail focus Organized (Accurate document numbering and filing) Able to work and manage pressure Able to lead a team. Clear concise communicator written and verbal. Able to adapt communication style to suit audience (Site operator Client Board member) Effective planner Key Responsibilities: Attend kick off meetings with Commercial and Operational teams to establish the clients / stakeholders exact requirements. Attend site visits to measure and record specific information, including the route details, and to ensure that this information is incorporated into the RAMS. Create & Review Engineering Drawings and Calculations Create & Review Risk Assessments Create & Review Method Statements Create & Review Equipment lists Create & Review Project files Create & Review Route Surveys Report writing Ensure the engineering documents comply with company procedures, legislative guidance and good practice. Ensure that approve Engineering documents are filed correctly & distributed to the needed stakeholders. Provide technical support to the site supervisor and respond to issues on site in a professional and timely manner. Complete daily admin tasks accurately: Timesheets Engineering Document Register Filing of Engineering work in the correct position Capture HSQE observations Attend close-out meetings with Commercial and Operational teams to establish the if the stakeholders expectations were met & to identify lessons learnt which can be applied to the next project.

Location: Western Cape, ZA

Posted Date: 7/3/2025