Mechanical Engineer

Job Description

The Mechanical Engineer ensures that all Front Runner Dometic products meet applicable regulatory, safety, and legal requirements across global markets. The Mechanical Engineer combines regulatory expertise with hands-on engineering validation, including the planning and execution of product testing, analysis, and certification. The Mechanical Engineer collaborates with engineering, R&D, legal, sourcing, and production teams throughout the product lifecycle, and serves as the local compliance expert for South Africa while coordinating with international compliance specialists in Europe, the USA, and Australia.

Your main responsibilities:

Compliance & Regulatory
• Ensure adherence to global laws, regulations, and internal policies for product design, safety, and materials.
• Monitor and analyse South African and international legislation, standards, and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with regional compliance experts and suppliers to align with requirements.
• Develop internal design/testing standards and maintain compliance records.
• Coordinate product certifications and engage with industry bodies to stay ahead of regulatory trends.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.

Testing & Validation
• Plan, execute, and document product testing in line with industry and regulatory standards.
• Create and maintain test plans, procedures, and reports.
• Perform engineering analyses (including FEA) to validate performance, durability, and safety.
• Oversee lab and field testing across mechanical, environmental, and functional areas.
• Analyse test results, identify failures, and recommend corrective actions.
• Support engineering teams in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues.

What do we offer?

You are offered an interesting role in a dynamic, fast paced and global environment with great opportunities to grow and take on new challenges. The growth at Dometic is continuous – which gives you great possibilities to evolve with the company.