Hybrid Mechanical Systems Engineer — Design & Optimize

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional growth

Access to lab facilities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an Advanced Mechanical Systems Engineer in Rustenburg to design and optimize complex mechanical systems. The role emphasizes FEA/CFD analysis, prototype validation, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver robust, efficient solutions in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and 5-8 years’ experience, with strong CAD/CAE skills (ANSYS, COMSOL, CATIA) and a solid foundation in thermodynamics, fluids, and control systems.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in mechanical system design and analysis.
• Proficiency with advanced CAD/CAE tools (e.g., ANSYS, COMSOL, CATIA).
• Solid understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and test advanced mechanical systems and subsystems.
• Conduct rigorous engineering analysis, including FEA and CFD.
• Optimize system performance, reliability, and manufacturability through iterative design improvements.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on integrated system designs.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Hybrid collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

COMSOL

CATIA

Job description

Placements24 seeks an Advanced Mechanical Systems Engineer in Rustenburg to design and optimize complex mechanical systems. The role emphasizes FEA/CFD analysis, prototype validation, and multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver robust, efficient solutions in a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering and 5-8 years’ experience, with strong CAD/CAE skills (ANSYS, COMSOL, CATIA) and a solid foundation in thermodynamics, fluids, and control systems.