Lead Mechanical Design Engineer (Pr Eng) – Petrochemical

About the role

Join one of South Africa's most respected engineering consultancies as the Lead Mechanical Design Engineer for petrochemical projects. You will head a highly skilled design team while staying hands‑on with complex mechanical engineering challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Own the mechanical design function across multiple industrial projects.
• Lead a team of engineers and draughtsmen through concept, detailed design and commissioning phases.
• Produce and review first‑principle mechanical designs, calculations and engineering deliverables.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure compliance with client and industry standards.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and stakeholders.

Required profile

• BEng/BSc Mechanical Engineering with Professional registration (Pr Eng).
• 10+ years of mechanical design experience in the petrochemical or oil & gas sector.
• Strong expertise in fluid mechanical design, rotating equipment, and compressible/incompressible gas systems (LPG, LNG, steam, ammonia).
• Proven experience leading engineering design teams.
• Excellent knowledge of API, ASME, NFPA and SANS standards.

Required skills

• Fluid mechanical design
• Rotating equipment design
• LPG, LNG, steam and ammonia system design
• API, ASME, NFPA and SANS standards
• Mechanical calculations and engineering documentation

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package ranging from 1,200,000 to 1,600,000 ZAR per year.
• Opportunity to lead a high‑performing team in a technically challenging environment.