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Lead Design Engineer

Cape Town Northern Suburbs
Salary: Market Related
Job Type: Permanent
Sectors: Engineering
Reference: CPT006619/N

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Employer: Persona Staff

Lead Design Engineer | Cape TownEngineering | Full-time | On-site Our client is an established engineering and manufacturing business operating within a technical production environment. They require a detail-driven Lead Design Engineer to take ownership of machine design, drawing control, and continuous improvement of production equipment and processes. This role is suited to a hands-on, structured individual who can balance technical design with practical application on the factory floor.

Key Responsibilities

Create and update detailed technical drawings for new and existing machinery and components
Design machine layouts, P&IDs, and site plans based on project requirements
Improve existing designs to enhance efficiency, reliability, and performance
Ensure all drawings issued for manufacturing are accurate, complete, and production-ready
Conduct design reviews and obtain approvals from relevant stakeholders
Support production and maintenance teams with design improvements and machine modifications
Assist with new machine design using CAD modelling, calculations, and technical application
Manage drawing standards, revisions, and configuration control
Maintain accurate records and ensure all designs are correctly stored and version controlled
Ensure compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and safety requirements
Compile and maintain machine manuals and technical documentation
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to design and production processes
Collaborate with R&D, Projects, and Engineering teams on design enhancements
Provide technical support and input across departments
Report on design activities, progress, and upcoming tasks

Requirements

BEng Mechanical Qualification essential
Proven experience in a design engineering role within a manufacturing environment
Strong CAD experience (Solid Edge or similar)
Experience designing production machinery, components, and layouts
Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and machine functionality
Strong attention to detail with a structured, process-driven approach
Ability to manage multiple design tasks and meet deadlines

To apply, please send your CV to natasha@personastaff.co.za

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not receive feedback within 48 hours, please accept your application as unsuccessful.

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About Persona Staff

Vision
PERSONA’s vision is to allow our Clients to focus on their core activities, and let PERSONA manage the responsibility of staff recruitment; ensuring the perfect fit between candidate and client for the most efficient and effective workforce.
PERSONA is committed to delivering the best service to our clients and candidates.

We recruit in the following industries:
Financial Services, Manufacturing, Engineering, Retail, Banking, Telecommunications, Information technology, Electronics, Logistics, Mechanical, Sales & Marketing, Office Support, Warehousing, Distribution and Supervision Staff

Services offered:
To our clients:-
Recruitment of permanent staff at all levels
In depth staff selection
Salary surveys
Advertising of available positions
Comprehensive interviewing
Screening of potential candidates according to client’s specifications
Reference checks (on possible candidate)
ITC checks (on possible candidate)
Criminal checks (on possible candidate)
More background checks on request.
Psychometric testing (additional services)
Preparing of Job descriptions
PERSONA commits to adhere to industry standards and policies.

To possible candidate and job seekers:-
Professional resume
Regular correspondence
Interviewing tips
Summary of client information
Assistance to find the perfect job