Mechanical Systems Design Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work with bonuses

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Home office allowance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Systems Design Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design and analyze complex mechanical systems, ensuring integration across product lines and effective collaboration with a global team.

You will provide technical leadership and drive system verification and documentation. The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Mechanical Engineering, with 7+ years of design and integration experience, and strong skills in MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS and CAD.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with systems focus.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and integration.
• Expertise in systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in advanced simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS) and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of control systems, mechatronics, and interdisciplinary engineering.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills suitable for remote collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect complex mechanical systems, considering all aspects of performance, integration, and reliability.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including multi-physics simulations, to predict and validate system behavior.
• Develop system-level requirements, specifications, and interface definitions for mechanical subsystems.
• Collaborate with remote hardware and software engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including system diagrams, integration plans, and validation reports.
• Provide technical leadership and support for mechanical systems development within a remote team.

Skills

Systems engineering

Mechatronics

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

ANSYS

CAD software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented Mechanical Systems Design Engineer to join their team in a completely remote capacity. This role is focused on the integrated design and analysis of complex mechanical systems, ensuring optimal performance and integration across various product lines. You will work with a global team of engineers, contributing your expertise to develop innovative solutions and drive product excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled engineer to apply their system-level design knowledge within a flexible, remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect complex mechanical systems, considering all aspects of performance, integration, and reliability.
• Perform detailed engineering analysis, including multi-physics simulations, to predict and validate system behavior.
• Develop system-level requirements, specifications, and interface definitions for mechanical subsystems.
• Collaborate with remote hardware and software engineering teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation, including system diagrams, integration plans, and validation reports.
• Provide technical leadership and support for mechanical systems development within a remote team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a focus on systems.
• 7+ years of experience in mechanical systems design and integration.
• Expertise in systems engineering principles and methodologies.
• Proficiency in advanced simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS) and CAD software.
• Strong understanding of control systems, mechatronics, and interdisciplinary engineering.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills suitable for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with remote-specific performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Flexible remote working hours and arrangement.
• Home office setup allowance and ongoing support.
• Access to cutting-edge technology and continuous professional development.