Senior Mechanical Design Engineer — Lead & Innovate

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical and retirement benefits

Leadership development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client, a leading manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer III to lead complex design projects in Klerksdorp, North West. This senior role focuses on conceptualization, design, analysis and validation of sophisticated mechanical systems that meet strict performance requirements.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive innovation with CAD/CAE tools, oversee prototyping and testing, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical design engineering with a focus on complex systems.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks Premium and Inventor Pro.
• Experience with FEA/CFD simulations.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and machine design.
• Professional Engineer (Pr Eng) registration is a strong asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex mechanical assemblies from concept to production.
• Perform advanced engineering analysis (stress, thermal, vibration) using CAE tools.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and technical documents.
• Ensure design feasibility and manufacturability with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation activities for new designs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues in development and field.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve performance and reduce costs.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

SolidWorks Premium

Inventor Pro

FEA/CFD

Project leadership

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDM/PLM systems

Job description

Placements24 client, a leading manufacturer of specialized industrial equipment, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer III to lead complex design projects in Klerksdorp, North West. This senior role focuses on conceptualization, design, analysis and validation of sophisticated mechanical systems that meet strict performance requirements.

You will mentor junior engineers, drive innovation with CAD/CAE tools, oversee prototyping and testing, and ensure compliance with industry standards.