Lead Mechanical Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Fully remote

Health & dental

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a fully remote role based in South Africa. You will lead complex mechanical design projects, mentor engineers, and drive the strategic direction of mechanical initiatives across distributed teams.

The role requires a Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering with 10+ years in the field, including 3+ in leadership. Expect CAD/Simulation heavy work with SolidWorks and ANSYS, and strong remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, with at least 3 years in a lead role.
• Expertise in mechanical design, materials science and manufacturing processes.
• Strong CAD and simulation proficiency (SolidWorks, ANSYS).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems and products.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers.
• Oversee advanced engineering analysis, including FEA, CFD, and thermal modeling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across product, hardware, and software.
• Define technical roadmaps and contribute to strategic engineering planning.
• Ensure design standards, quality processes and project timelines in a remote setting.

Skills

Remote communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their team on a fully remote basis. This senior position involves leading critical design and development projects, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the strategic direction of their mechanical engineering initiatives. You will work on complex systems, collaborate with global teams, and drive innovation in product design and performance. The ideal candidate is a proven technical leader, an excellent communicator, and someone who thrives in a distributed work environment, ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact engineering solutions from anywhere in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems and products.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers.
• Oversee and conduct advanced engineering analysis, including FEA, CFD, and thermal modeling.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including product management, hardware, and software engineering.
• Define technical roadmaps and contribute to strategic engineering planning.
• Ensure adherence to design standards, quality processes, and project timelines in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
• Expertise in mechanical design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes.
• Advanced proficiency in CAD and simulation software (e.g., SolidWorks, ANSYS).
• Demonstrated success in leading complex engineering projects and managing technical teams.
• Exceptional remote communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package, including substantial bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility and autonomy.
• Premium health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Significant budget for professional development, including conferences and training.
• Opportunity to shape the future of mechanical engineering for a global company.