💼 Full-Time Position

Mechanical Engineer (Junior)

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Dixie Recruitment
📍 Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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Location
Pinetown, South Africa
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Posted
June 11, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Join a fast moving, site-based environment where you’ll rotate through core functions and drive tangible improvements from day one. You’ll contribute to energy, quality, productivity, and sustainability outcomes on the factory floor supported by hands on mentorship and real project ownership (not job shadowing).


Key Functions:


1. Automation & Control



  • Automation projects and process control improvements

  • Data-driven monitoring and optimisation (OEE, downtime, scrap, energy)


2. Breakdown Reduction & Reliability



  • Root cause analysis (RCA) on recurring breakdowns

  • Preventative maintenance improvement and failure prevention

  • Practical troubleshooting of mechanical/process issues


3. Operational Performance & Process Improvement



  • Cycle-time reduction and pr...