Job Category: Engineering
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10, 000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.
Our Technologies team commercializes and delivers technologies across all three of Hatch's sectors: Metals, Energy, Infrastructure. We're a team of innovators and problem solvers who deliver custom and specialized engineering to deliver novel solutions and technologies.
Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? Or are looking to take the next step in your career? Hatch is currently seeking a highly motivated Junior Mechanical Engineer (ThermoMechanical) to join our Business Practice, in Johannesburg office.
Hatch is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary professional services firm that delivers a comprehensive array of technical and strategic services, including Consulting, Information Technology, Engineering, Process Development, and Project and Construction Management to the Mining, Metallurgical, Energy, and Infrastructure sectors. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure , our 10, 000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.
Our Technologies team commercializes and delivers technologies across all three of Hatch's sectors: Metals, Energy, Infrastructure. We're a team of innovators and problem solvers who deliver custom and specialized engineering to deliver novel solutions and technologies.
Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change.
Responsibilities of a succesful candidate;
Daily tasks would vary based on the current project, but responsibilities would typically include:
- Advanced engineering analysis, including modelling using the Finite Element Method (Finite Element Analysis (FEA));
- Project planning and management to meet budget, schedule, and quality requirements;
- Design optimization and solution development for challenging problems;
- Interfacing with clients and vendors;
- Site visits for project work and result presentation;
- Engaging with clients for technical work and business development;
We Are Looking For a Candidate With The Following Attributes
We are looking to hire a mechanical or structural engineer into the Specialized Engineering (SE) group who has 0-5 years of experience, therefore ranging from a graduate to mid-senior level. The focus of SE is to provide specialized engineering expertise and services. These would include, but are not limited to, advanced numerical analysis (for example, FEA), Fitness-for-Service Assessments, field measurements and inspections and technology development. Our work is highly diverse, including opportunities to work on unique and challenging projects across all the industries that Hatch serves. This job requires close interaction with personnel within the SE group, from other engineering disciplines and our clients organizations.
- Excellent academic performance and a demonstrated interest in structural and/or thermomechanical engineering of industrial equipment;
- Strong fundamentals in theory and application of solid mechanics / dynamics / FEA;
- 0-5 years of experience in the application of numerical methods to practical engineering problems
- Preferably has completed their masters in engineering
- Has taken courses and / or done numerical simulations at a post -graduate level, or in another role, and demonstrates a passion and aptitude for numerical analysis;
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team on challenging projects, as this job requires heavy interaction with engineers within the SE group and from other disciplines, to perform detailed engineering analysis.
- Organizational ability to manage multiple projects / priorities in a fast-paced environment;
- Eagerness to learn new engineering concepts and apply them to novel projects and technology;
- Fast learner with an eagerness to develop engineering fundamentals and apply them to solving challenging real-world problems and projects;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills;
- Strong safety and quality focus
Why join us?
- Work with great people to make a difference
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
- Top employer
- Flexible work environment
- Long term career development
- Think globally, work locally
We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.
