Lead Mechanical Design Engineer - Remote & Impactful

Placements24

Randburg

Remote

ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

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Remote work flexibility

Unlimited paid time off

Home office stipend

Professional growth budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to drive the design and development of advanced mechanical systems. This remote-first role offers autonomy and impact on cutting-edge products.

You will guide projects from concept to production while mentoring a distributed team across regions. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mechanical design, expert CAD/CAE skills, and a strong track record of delivering high-quality launches.

Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering with design focus.
Proven leadership of engineering teams and managing complex projects.
Expert proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX.
Experience with ANSYS or COMSOL for FEA/CFD.
Knowledge of DFM, DFA, DFX principles.
Experience with additive manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Lead conceptualization, design, development, and validation of mechanical systems.
Mentor and manage a team of mechanical engineers.
Define product requirements and architectural direction for mechanical solutions.
Oversee CAD models, drawings, and documentation with industry tools.
Perform FEA/CFD analyses to ensure performance and reliability.
Collaborate with hardware, software, product, and remote teams.
Drive innovation by adopting new tech and materials.
Ensure designs meet quality, safety, and cost targets.
Manage project timelines and deliverables.
Present design reviews and updates to leadership.