Mechanical Engineer – Industrial Utilities & Refrigeration

About the role

WSP is expanding its mechanical services and seeks a Mechanical Engineer specialised in industrial utilities and refrigeration. The role involves planning, designing, specifying, supporting procurement, monitoring construction and commissioning of utility and refrigeration systems for industrial, manufacturing and food‑process facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Design and integrate steam, hot‑water, chilled‑water, compressed‑air, and process gas utilities.
• Develop refrigeration systems using natural and synthetic refrigerants, including cascade and CO₂ plants.
• Prepare engineering calculations, datasheets, PFDs, P&IDs, utility schematics, equipment lists and tender documents.
• Coordinate with process, electrical, civil and fire‑engineering disciplines and ensure compliance with South African and international standards.
• Conduct site inspections, commissioning, performance testing and optimisation of utility systems.

Required profile

• B.Eng., B.Sc. Eng. or B.Tech. Eng. in Mechanical/Mechatronic Engineering.
• Minimum three years of consulting engineering experience in industrial, manufacturing, food‑beverage or cold‑chain projects.
• Ability to manage projects from inception to close‑out, working independently with senior‑engineer guidance for complex tasks.

Required skills

• AutoCAD (competent); familiarity with Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud.
• Engineering calculation and modelling tools for thermodynamics, fluid flow and heat transfer.
• Preparation of PFDs, P&IDs, plant layouts and piping models.
• Microsoft Excel for calculations, equipment schedules and utility balances.
• Knowledge of BIM principles, digital‑engineering tools and data management.