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Design Engineering Manager Jobs in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Design Engineering Manager
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
Design Engineering Manager
Recruiter:
Network Recruitment
Job Ref:
NES026048/Wes
Date posted:
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Location:
Pretoria, South Africa
Salary:
800000 Annually
SUMMARY:
Join a respected engineering leader at the forefront of innovative solutions for the mining industry. This opportunity is ideal for a driven and technically strong Design Engineering Manager who thrives in a hands-on environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality engineered products from concept through to completion.
POSITION INFO:
Design Engineering Manager
Location: Pretoria
This role offers the chance to lead critical design initiatives, influence product development, and play a key role in shaping engineering excellence within a specialised manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all engineering and design activities across the business
- Take full ownership of equipment design validation, ensuring quality, accuracy, and performance
- Drive research and development initiatives to enhance existing products and introduce new solutions
- Oversee and approve production drawings, ensuring alignment with project and manufacturing requirements
- Compile and present technical tenders with a high level of professionalism
- Engage directly with clients through site visits, technical discussions, and solution development
- Develop detailed bills of material and product specifications
- Spearhead new product and component development projects
- Plan, track, and deliver projects using structured timelines and Gantt charts
- Mentor, guide, and support engineering team members to achieve performance excellence
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve products, processes, and engineering outcomes
Minimum Requirements:
- BSc Mechanical Engineering (or higher)
- 5–10 years’ experience within a design engineering role in manufacturing, mining, or heavy engineering
- Strong expertise in FEA, with hands-on experience using Ansys
- Proficient in SolidWorks for detailed design work
- Proven experience in analyzing components and full assemblies using finite element methods
- Strong project management, organizational, and administrative skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Ability to manage multiple complex priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Valid South African driver’s license and reliable transport
Key Competencies:
- High attention to detail with a commitment to engineering excellence
- Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
- Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Self-motivated, accountable, and results-driven
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment
Remuneration: Market-related and aligned with experience
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a tangible impact, lead innovation, and grow within a specialized engineering environment, we encourage you to apply.
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