Senior Mechanical Engineer

Vacant position: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Secunda

Reference number: PRO-SEC-SME-001

Vacant position: Senior Mechanical Engineer

Location: Secunda

Reference number: PRO-SEC-SME-001

At Proconics, we are passionate about what we do and about our people. If you are a qualified, hard-working professional aspiring to grow your career, we invite you to apply for this vacancy.

Purpose of the position:

If you are an energetic Mechanical/Piping Engineer with a passion for solving complex challenges in brownfield and greenfield projects, this role could be the perfect opportunity for you. We are a local EPC company that delivers agile, multi-disciplinary engineering projects—typically over 12–18 months—for clients operating critical infrastructure.

We love solving local problems with local talent. Our projects include modifications to existing factories, as well as greenfield and renewable energy projects. Our projects range from pure design (including conceptual design) to full EPC (Engineering, Procurement & Construction). To qualify for the role of Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will need at least:

Qualifications/Experience:

Minimum Education Required:

• B Eng or BSc degree in Mechanical Engineering. A B Tech may be considered if you have more than 10 years’ experience.
• At least 8 years’ experience in industrial mechanical and piping engineering projects, with specific experience in petrochemical projects.

Additional Qualifications/Registrations/Certifications:

• Registered as a Pr. Eng or Pr. Tech, with the required competency in piping design.

Minimum Work Experience Required:

• Experience in the application of ASME codes, pressure equipment regulations, and other international standards for vessels, piping, and furnaces. Experience with ASME B31.3 is essential.
• Exposure to mechanical fabrication and construction projects and processes.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Experience in the design of pressure equipment (piping and vessels).
• Experience in pipe stress engineering using CAESAR II.

Required Outputs and Responsibilities:

• Generate and execute technical deliverables, including technical report writing, scoping, work breakdown, resource allocation, and the development of mechanical specifications and designs for greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Produce high-quality drawings, including design, checking, and review.
• Ensure that discipline deliverables have been executed in accordance with the necessary technical standards, specifications, client requirements, applicable internal quality systems, and interface requirements with other work/disciplines.
• Mentor, coach, and supervise junior engineers.
• Interfacing and liaising with clients during proposal, investigation, remediation, design, and construction phases of projects.
• Interfacing and liaising with supply, fabrication, and construction subcontractors during proposal, design, and construction phases of projects.
• Provide discipline input during MFD (P&ID) reviews, HAZOP studies, model reviews, constructability reviews, and mechanical/design philosophy review meetings, both internally and with clients.

Personal Attributes

A detail-oriented and analytical professional with strong planning expertise,

sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem solving. Able to work

independently, manage competing priorities and consistently deliver

accurate, high-quality planning outputs.

Behavioural Competencies

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to

influence decisions through credible analysis and expert advice.

Demonstrates collaboration, accountability and resilience, while mentoring

others, sharing knowledge and maintaining a strong client and quality focus.

Our Culture

Leads by example in subject‑matter behaviours; mentors others; champions

quality and continuous improvement; influences cross‑team collaboration

respectfully and proactively.

Should you see yourself advancing into an exciting company such as Proconics, forward your CV stating the reference number as well as the name of the position in the subject line to:

Email: [email protected]

Closing date: 14 October 2026

Internal candidates to specify internal on their application.

Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Proconics is an equal opportunity employer.