Lead Mechanical Engineer - Remote

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,958,000 - 2,936,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses & stock options

Remote work

Work-life balance

Development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design and development of advanced mechanical systems with a globally distributed, fully remote team.

You will guide technical direction, ensure design excellence, and foster collaboration across software, hardware, and product management in a remote environment, influencing cutting-edge projects and innovation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 10+ years in mechanical engineering with leadership experience.
• Proven experience leading design projects from concept to production.
• Expertise in CAD (SolidWorks/CATIA) and simulations (FEA/CFD).
• Strong remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems from concept to production.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers.
• Define engineering requirements, create detailed designs using CAD, and conduct FEA/CFD simulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Drive continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and methodologies.
• Ensure designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and cost targets.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical engineering

Project management

CAD SolidWorks

CAD CATIA

FEA CFD

Education

Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to join their globally distributed team, operating remotely. This position is critical for overseeing the design and development of innovative mechanical systems and leading a team of talented engineers. You will guide technical direction, ensure design excellence, and foster a collaborative spirit within a virtual environment. This role offers the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on cutting-edge projects while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote position, contributing to a culture that values innovation, autonomy, and teamwork across all locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex mechanical systems and components from concept to production.


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to a team of mechanical engineers, fostering their professional growth.


• Define engineering requirements, create detailed designs using advanced CAD software, and conduct rigorous simulations (FEA, CFD).


• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and product management, in a remote setting.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in design processes, tools, and methodologies.


• Ensure mechanical designs meet performance, reliability, safety, and cost targets.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.


• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with a significant portion in a leadership or lead role.


• Proven experience in leading design projects from initiation to completion.


• Expertise in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and simulation tools.


• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, tailored for remote employees.


• Generous performance-based bonuses and stock options.


• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking technologies from anywhere.


• A supportive and flexible remote-first work culture that prioritizes work-life balance.


• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.