Remote-Eligible Design Mechanical Engineer, Renewable Energy

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility in East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer specialized in renewable energy to join its East London team. You will design mechanical components for wind and solar energy systems, leveraging CAD tools to create models and drawings.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, prototype testing, and driving sustainability in energy solutions, with a strong emphasis on innovation and technical excellence in a coastal city renowned for green energy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a focus on renewable energy.
• 3–5 years of mechanical design experience in the renewable energy sector.
• Proficiency in CAD and FEA tools.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles for energy generation systems.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations for renewable energy technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize mechanical components and systems for renewable energy applications (wind turbines, solar tracking).
• Use CAD software for 3D modeling and manufacturing drawings.
• Perform structural, thermal, and dynamic analysis using FEA.
• Collaborate with electrical engineers and project managers to integrate mechanical systems.
• Research new materials and technologies to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Support prototype development, testing, and validation of designs.

Skills

CAD software

FEA analysis

Mechanical design

Renewable energy

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Design Mechanical Engineer specialized in renewable energy to join its East London team. You will design mechanical components for wind and solar energy systems, leveraging CAD tools to create models and drawings.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, prototype testing, and driving sustainability in energy solutions, with a strong emphasis on innovation and technical excellence in a coastal city renowned for green energy initiatives.