Lead Engineer

Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world’s natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future.

At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible.

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JOB TITLE: Lead Engineer - Bulk Material Handling, Cape Town, South Africa

We are looking for a Lead Engineer - Bulk Material Handling to spearhead the creation and refinement of technical data, engineering designs, and specifications for bulk material handling infrastructure throughout South Africa’s port network. This pivotal role ensures that engineering outputs are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with applicable standards across all stages of project execution from initial concept and design through to procurement, construction, and final commissioning. The Lead Engineer will be instrumental in embedding technical excellence throughout the entire project lifecycle.

As a Lead Engineer, you will take the lead in developing and optimizing technical documentation, engineering drawings, and design specifications for bulk material handling systems. Your expertise will be vital in driving engineering quality across refurbishment, upgrade, and retrofit initiatives within South African port facilities.

In this position, you will report to the Engineering Manager       

This position is mainly located in Cape Town, South Africa.

TEAM YOU BELONG TO

You will join the Invoicing Team and work closely with internal /external stakeholders, such as Management, Suppliers, Sub-Contractors, Clients, Supply and the Sales Team.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and validate engineering calculations to ensure safe and reliable function of equipment during refurbishment, upgrades, or retrofits
• Prepare, review, and approve project and product engineering design drawings and documentation
• Execute process and mechanical engineering design calculations with precision
• Develop, review, and maintain engineering specifications and data sheets
• Establish and oversee quality plans, including equipment Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Create and validate functional design specification packages for project delivery
• Prepare and review technical installation, operation, and maintenance manuals
• Draft, assess, and refine commissioning and start-up procedures
• Coordinate with procurement and vendors to ensure purchased equipment meets technical requirements
• Provide accurate engineering inputs to support project scheduling and cost estimation
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability assessments to ensure project integrity
• Ensure compliance with relevant international and local engineering codes, standards, and best practices
• Deliver technical support during fabrication, construction, and commissioning phases
• Collaborate with QA/QC, HSE, and project management teams to ensure integrated and safe project execution
• Contribute to lessons learned sessions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Maintain organized engineering documentation and ensure strict revision control
• Supervise junior engineers, providing mentorship, guidance, and technical support
• Review and approve work completed by junior team members to ensure accuracy, compliance, and quality standards
• Assign tasks and monitor progress to balance workloads and meet project deadlines
• Foster professional development through constructive feedback and knowledge sharing
• Encourage a collaborative team environment that promotes innovation and accountability

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Hold a Technical Degree or higher in Engineering
• Possess 8+ years of experience in engineering roles, preferably within bulk material handling or industrial infrastructure
• Proficient in 2D and 3D CAD software
• Familiar with SAP and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) concepts
• Strong understanding of Engineering Data Management (EDM) systems
• Knowledgeable in relevant international codes and standards
• Capable of organizing and planning your own work with limited supervision

WHAT SKILLS, COMPETENCIES AND REQUIREMENTS (HARD AND SOFT) ARE ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE?

• Strong drive, and performance orientation
• Ability to work in a team atmosphere
• Well Spoken and ability to stay calm and focussed under high pressure situations
• Attention to detail and a sense of urgency-oriented behaviours are required
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under pressure understand time frames and meet deadlines
• Technical precision and attention to detail
• Strong documentation and specification skills
• Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Self-driven mindset with excellent time management
• Self-motivated / performance driven focus on providing excellent customer service
• Prepared to work flexible work hours to meet deadlines when required
• Strong communication, co-operation and interpersonal skills to manage internal and external interfaces

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• An inspiring purpose - Enabling sustainable modern life. Minerals and metals are the backbone of essential functions in the modern world. However, there's a pressing need for more sustainable solutions to collect and process them. At Metso, you get to be part of transforming the industry and making a positive change.
• Compensation and rewards - Global incentive program tied to business and performance targets.

• Hybrid working possibilities - While we are big advocates of meeting and collaborating in person, we believe in fostering a flexible work environment
• Extensive learning opportunities - Ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs, education assistance, ambitious projects, and global opportunities

• Worldwide support - Leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.

GET IN TOUCH

Want to rise above the possible with us?

• Go to our website www.metso.com click on Careers and start your application  

How to join - Working at Metso - About Metso - Diversity and Inclusion - Meet our people

Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.

Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers’ energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.  
 
Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2025 Metso had close to 18,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2025 were about EUR 5.3 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. 

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