Lead Mechanical Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Fully remote

Dev budget

Influence direction

Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive strategic mechanical design initiatives from a fully remote location. You will lead a cross-functional team of engineers, shape technical roadmaps, and ensure successful delivery of complex systems for international partners.

The role requires deep expertise in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing, with strong FEA/CFD and advanced CAD skills, plus exceptional leadership and remote collaboration abilities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent advanced degree.
• 10+ years in mechanical engineering with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience leading remote engineering teams.
• Deep expertise in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in FEA, CFD, and advanced CAD software.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic planning abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers in the design and development of complex systems.
• Define and implement the technical roadmap for mechanical engineering initiatives.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design specifications, drawings, and documentation using advanced CAD tools.
• Conduct rigorous design reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and quality standards.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Facilitate technical problem-solving and innovation across distributed engineering teams.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

CAD software

FEA

CFD

Communication

Strategic planning

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ANSYS

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client seeks a visionary Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead critical projects from a remote location. This pivotal role requires leading a team of engineers, driving technical strategy, and ensuring the successful delivery of cutting-edge mechanical solutions. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of mechanical designs, from initial concept to final implementation, working in close collaboration with international partners and internal stakeholders. This is a premier opportunity for an experienced leader to shape the future of mechanical engineering within a progressive, fully remote organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers in the design and development of complex systems.
• Define and implement the technical roadmap for mechanical engineering initiatives.
• Oversee the creation of detailed design specifications, drawings, and documentation using advanced CAD tools.
• Conduct rigorous design reviews and ensure adherence to industry best practices and quality standards.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively in a remote setting.
• Facilitate technical problem-solving and innovation across distributed engineering teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent advanced degree.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing remote engineering teams effectively.
• Deep expertise in mechanical design principles, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in FEA, CFD, and advanced CAD software.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and strategic planning abilities.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package including substantial bonuses.
• Fully remote work setup with comprehensive benefits.
• Significant budget for professional development and advanced training.
• Opportunity to influence company-wide engineering direction.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedule.