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Intermediate Mechanical Engineer
Kirby Group Engineering · Métropole du Cap
Job description
About the role
The Mechanical Engineer will support a specific construction project, coordinating technical design with on‑site installation and ensuring successful commissioning in line with Kirby Group’s vision and values.
Key responsibilities
- Collect and organise all design documents and drawings.
- Attend project hand‑over and technical meetings.
- Identify value‑engineering and cost‑saving opportunities.
- Prepare coordinated drawings covering mechanical, electrical, sprinkler, structural and architectural elements.
- Review design specifications, ensure compliance of drawings and technical submittals.
- Assist in weekly progress reporting and technical submittal assessment.
- Process requisitions, generate purchase orders and verify receipt of equipment and materials.
- Manage RFI queries, liaise with design team, contractors and internal project team.
- Maintain document control using File Key and ensure information security per ISMS.
- Prepare method statements, risk assessments and organise subcontractor work.
- Conduct quality‑control inspections, snagging and test‑pack tracking.
Required profile
- Mechanical engineering background with experience on construction projects.
- Ability to coordinate design and installation activities.
- Understanding of commercial fundamentals such as profit plans and variation logs.
- Commitment to information security and compliance with ISMS.
Required skills
- Mechanical design and coordinated drawing preparation.
- Technical document control (File Key).
- RFI handling and technical submittal management.
- Method statement and risk assessment creation.
- Quality‑control inspection and snagging.
What we offer
- Opportunity to work on diverse engineering projects.
- Collaboration with experienced project and engineering teams.
- Professional development within a global engineering group.
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