Henred Fruehauf Mechanical Engineers Graduate Programme Vacancy 2026
Henred Fruehauf
Manufacturing & Engineering (merSETA)
Monthly stipend
Not stated
Closing date
12 Dec 2026
- Opportunity
- Internship
- Minimum education
- Degree (NQF 7)
- Location
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- SETA
- merSETA
- Posted
- 11 Sept 2026
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Opportunity Overview
Henred Fruehauf, a leading and ECSA-registered company in trailer manufacturing, is offering a Graduate Programme for Mechanical Engineers. This programme provides a vital entry point for new graduates to apply their skills and grow within the engineering field.
This opportunity is designed to foster development across multiple engineering disciplines, allowing graduates to contribute to innovative projects and operational excellence within the company's dynamic environment.
Minimum Requirements
- BEng or B.Tech degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
- Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Valid Driver's License
- Willingness to relocate
Key Responsibilities
- Designing trailers and related components
- Overseeing manufacturing processes of new designs
- Innovating and redesigning trailers
- Conducting research and development
- Designing and implementing systems
- Preparing bills of materials
What the Work Involves
As a Mechanical Engineer Graduate, you will be actively involved in the comprehensive lifecycle of trailer design and production. Your daily tasks will include developing new trailer concepts and their individual components, ensuring that these designs are feasible for manufacturing, and driving continuous improvement through innovation and redesign.
You will contribute to research and development initiatives, focusing on optimising various systems and ensuring accurate documentation of all required materials by preparing bills of materials. This programme offers positions across multiple company locations, including Bloemfontein, Germiston (Johannesburg), Pinetown (Durban), and Bellville (Cape Town).
How to Apply
To apply for this graduate opportunity, please follow the steps below:
- Visit the official application portal: https://www.graduates24.com/henred-fruehauf-mechanical-engineers
- Follow the instructions provided on the website to complete your application.
- Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date of 12 December 2026.
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About merSETA & this sector
merSETA covers manufacturing, engineering and related services — the home of apprenticeships that lead to Red Seal artisan status.
