Lead Mechanical Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Global health insurance

Leadership training

Professional development opportunities

Profit-sharing opportunities

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Mechanical Project Engineer to run complex mechanical projects remotely. You will lead diverse, distributed teams, manage full project lifecycles, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery with high-quality standards.

You will mentor engineers, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and drive stakeholder engagement in a remote-first, global context. A senior, hands-on leader with strong PM and design expertise is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (PMI, Agile).
• Proficiency with project management software (MS Project, Primavera).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment and managing distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of mechanical engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, execution, and closure.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee the mechanical design process, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, civil, and controls engineers, as well as external stakeholders and vendors.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to safety regulations throughout project execution.
• Track project progress, provide regular status reports to senior management and clients.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and project team members.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Remote team leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mechanical design

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a world-renowned engineering firm specializing in sustainable energy solutions, is looking for an accomplished Lead Mechanical Project Engineer to manage and deliver complex mechanical engineering projects remotely. This is a leadership role requiring significant experience in project management, mechanical design, and team coordination. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of projects, from initial planning and design to execution and handover, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Working in a fully remote capacity, you will guide and mentor a diverse team of engineers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment. This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful projects on a global scale while enjoying the flexibility of remote work. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a proven ability to manage complex projects and lead remote teams effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all phases of mechanical engineering projects, including planning, design, procurement, execution, and closure.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation strategies.
• Oversee the mechanical design process, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, codes, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, civil, and controls engineers, as well as external stakeholders and vendors.
• Manage project risks, identify potential issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to safety regulations throughout project execution.
• Track project progress, provide regular status reports to senior management and clients.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and project team members.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 5 years in project management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale mechanical engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PMI, Agile).
• Proficiency with project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working in a remote-first environment and managing distributed teams.
• Strong technical background in mechanical systems design and analysis.

Benefits

• Exceptional annual salary package up to R .
• Fully remote position offering unparalleled work-life balance and flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead high-profile projects in the renewable energy sector.
• Professional development opportunities and leadership training.
• Comprehensive global health insurance and wellness programs.
• Performance-based bonuses and profit-sharing opportunities.