Point of Sale Design Engineer - Durban (48413)

Job title: Point of Sale Design Engineer - Durban
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: ZAR/month
Location: Pinetown
Job published: 04 July 2025
Job ID: 48413

Job Description

A large format Retail display company is seeking a Point-of-Sale Merchant Design Engineer, based in Pinetown.

We are looking for a technical professional responsible for designing point of sale displays.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Calculate dimensions, weight limitations and requirements in materials
  • Identify potential operational issues and redesign products to improve functionality
  • Quality and progress checks throughout the factory floor.
  • Build and test POS prototypes units.
  • Design sheet metal parts, welded assemblies, and machined components as well as complete display stands.
  • Use software (like SolidWorks) to create 2D drawings and 3D models.
  • Choose suitable metals (steel and aluminum) based on mechanical properties, cost, and manufacturing processes.
  • Consider factors like corrosion resistance and weldability. Ensure designs meet strength, weight, durability, and cost requirements. Production friendly designs where possible.
  • Create detailed technical drawings, BOMs (Bill of Materials), and specifications.
  • Work closely with manufacturing, quality, procurement, and sales teams.
  • Support prototyping, testing, and resolving production issues.

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

  • 3 + years' experience in this role / similar role

Key Skills:

  • SolidWorks
  • Manufacturing Knowledge: Sheet metal design, welding, machining.
  • Soft Skills: Problem-solving, attention to detail, teamwork, communication.
  • Positive attitude and aptitude.
  • Fast learner and creativity

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