Mechanical Design Engineer

apartmentRecruitpro Solutions placeCenturion calendar_month 
We are recruiting on behalf of a specialised defence manufacturer for a Mechanical Design Engineer with specific experience in 40mm grenade launcher systems. This is a highly niche opportunity suited to an engineer with hands-on design, development, and testing expertise in military-grade weapon systems.

The role is based full-time in Centurion.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Design and develop components and assemblies for 40mm grenade launcher systems
  • Perform detailed mechanical calculations and tolerancing suited to military applications
  • Create 3D models and manufacturing drawings using CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor)
  • Collaborate with prototyping, testing, and manufacturing teams to refine designs
  • Ensure all systems comply with safety standards, functional specifications, and defence regulations
  • Participate in internal and external design reviews
  • Support testing, evaluation, and documentation aligned with NATO/military standards
  • Investigate and resolve engineering issues during development and production phases
Experience and Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
  • Direct experience designing or developing 40mm grenade launchers
  • Strong CAD proficiency (SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
  • Familiarity with military standards, ballistics, and material selection for weapon systems
  • Experience with prototyping and functional testing in a defence or aerospace environment
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to design precision and compliance
  • South African citizenship (due to defence export control regulations)
  • Must be based in or willing to relocate to Centurion
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