Mechanical Design Engineer - Automotive

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Health insurance

Professional growth

Collaborative virtual team

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with automotive experience for a fully remote position. You will design and develop mechanical components and systems, create detailed 3D CAD models, and perform FEA/CFD analyses to validate performance.

You will collaborate with a distributed team of engineers and designers, participate in design reviews, and support prototyping and testing from a home office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of mechanical design experience in the automotive sector.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA or SolidWorks, and FEA/CFD tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D drawings.
• Perform FEA and CFD analysis to validate performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Participate in design reviews and support prototyping and testing.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Remote collaboration

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA

SolidWorks

FEA/CFD tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Mechanical Design Engineer with expertise in the automotive sector for a fully remote position. This role involves contributing to the design and development of innovative automotive components and systems, utilizing advanced CAD tools and engineering principles. You will work collaboratively with a distributed team of engineers and designers to bring new automotive technologies to life. This is an exceptional opportunity for a passionate automotive engineer to make a significant impact on the future of mobility from the comfort of their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and systems for automotive applications, ensuring performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D drawings using industry-standard software.
• Perform FEA and CFD analysis to optimize designs and validate performance under various operating conditions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical engineers and manufacturing specialists, in a remote setting.
• Participate in design reviews, providing constructive feedback and ensuring design requirements are met.
• Support the prototyping and testing phases, troubleshooting any design-related issues that arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical design, with a focus on the automotive industry.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks) and familiarity with FEA/CFD tools.
• Strong understanding of automotive systems, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a keen eye for detail.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote role.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and exposure to cutting-edge automotive technology.
• A dynamic and collaborative virtual team environment focused on innovation.