Lead Mechanical Engineer - Product Development

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Health, dental & vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to guide product development for a fully remote team serving the George region. You will helm projects from concept through production, ensuring technical excellence and market alignment, while fostering a high-performance engineering culture.

This role rewards strategic leadership and hands-on design impact. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in mechanical design and proven remote leadership, with deep knowledge of manufacturing

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years in mechanical design and project leadership.
• Expertise in CAD/FEA tools (SolidWorks Premium, Inventor, CATIA).
• Experience leading remote engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical design for new products from concept to production release.
• Develop and implement advanced mechanical designs using CAD and analysis tools.
• Test and validate prototypes to ensure performance, reliability and safety.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources for successful delivery.
• Foster technical excellence and continuous improvement within the team.
• Provide expert technical consultation for complex mechanical challenges.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks Premium

Inventor

CATIA

FEA tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead product development initiatives within their fully remote team, serving the George region. This role demands a strategic thinker with a passion for creating state-of-the-art mechanical solutions. You will be responsible for guiding projects from concept through to production, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with market needs. The ideal candidate possesses strong leadership qualities, a deep understanding of mechanical principles, and a proven track record of delivering successful, complex engineering projects in a distributed setting. Join us in driving innovation and shaping the future of our client's technological advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire mechanical design process for new products, from initial concept to final production release.
• Develop and implement advanced mechanical designs utilizing sophisticated CAD software and analysis tools.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of prototypes to ensure performance, reliability, and safety standards are met.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring successful project delivery within scope.
• Foster a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement among the engineering team.
• Provide expert technical consultation and problem-solving for complex mechanical challenges.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in mechanical design, product development, and project leadership.
• Expertise in advanced CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks Premium, Inventor, CATIA) and FEA tools.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and managing complex projects in a remote environment .
• Deep knowledge of various manufacturing processes, material science, and design for manufacturability (DFM).
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance bonus structure.
• Full remote work flexibility and support.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences and training.