Principal Subsea Mechanical Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Home office setup allowances

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a fully remote role supporting a global subsea technology leader. You will drive design, development, and lifecycle management of subsea equipment, including ROVs and processing systems, leveraging deep expertise in high‑pressure engineering, materials science, and corrosion prevention.

You will lead complex engineering initiatives, provide senior technical guidance, and ensure reliability and performance while collaborating with clients and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 12+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, with 7+ years in subsea/offshore equipment design.
• Proficiency with CAD and simulation tools.
• Strong materials science, metallurgy, welding, NDT and corrosion control knowledge.
• Proven project leadership and ability to guide large subsea projects.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering of complex subsea equipment for offshore conditions.
• Create detailed mechanical designs, specifications, and analysis reports for subsea hardware.
• Perform advanced calculations and simulations (FEA/CFD) to validate integrity and performance.
• Select materials and coatings for subsea applications considering corrosion and fatigue life.
• Collaborate with clients, project managers, naval architects, and other disciplines.
• Oversee prototyping, testing, and qualification of subsea equipment.
• Provide expert technical support across manufacturing, installation, and operation.
• Mentor a global team of mechanical engineers and foster innovation.
• Stay updated on industry standards, codes, and regulatory changes.

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

ANSYS

SolidWorks Simulation

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Principal Mechanical Engineer for a fully remote role supporting a global subsea technology leader. You will drive design, development, and lifecycle management of subsea equipment, including ROVs and processing systems, leveraging deep expertise in high‑pressure engineering, materials science, and corrosion prevention.

You will lead complex engineering initiatives, provide senior technical guidance, and ensure reliability and performance while collaborating with clients and