Mechanical Systems Specialist - Remote

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and incentives

Fully remote work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development allowance

Global impact projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Mechanical Systems Specialist to design, analyze, and optimize complex mechanical systems for remote projects. You will work autonomously with global teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

The role emphasizes CAD/CAE usage, rigorous testing, and staying ahead with industry best practices. Requires 5+ years in mechanical design, a Mechanical Engineering degree, and strong communication for virtual collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in design and analysis of mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in industry-standard CAD and CAE tools.
• Strong understanding of dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective virtual collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze complex mechanical systems and components, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Utilize advanced CAD/CAE software for detailed design, simulation, and virtual prototyping.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of mechanical systems, documenting results and providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote setting to define requirements and integrate mechanical solutions.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and implement innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in mechanical systems engineering.

Skills

CAD/CAE

Dynamics & Thermo

Materials science

Control systems

Remote collaboration

Independent work

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

ANSYS

MATLAB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented Mechanical Systems Specialist to join their innovative, fully remote team. This role will focus on the design, analysis, and optimization of complex mechanical systems for cutting-edge projects. You will work autonomously, collaborating virtually with global teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced mechanical engineer who thrives in a remote work environment and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of mechanical system design and performance, contributing to a culture that prioritizes innovation, flexibility, and impactful remote contribution from any location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and analyze complex mechanical systems and components, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturability.
• Utilize advanced CAD/CAE software for detailed design, simulation, and virtual prototyping.
• Conduct rigorous testing and validation of mechanical systems, documenting results and providing actionable insights.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote setting to define requirements and integrate mechanical solutions.
• Troubleshoot technical challenges and implement innovative solutions to enhance system efficiency and reliability.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in mechanical systems engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; Master's preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in the design and analysis of mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in industry-standard CAD and CAE tools .
• Strong understanding of dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, and control systems.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for effective virtual collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects with a global impact.