Remote Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Health benefits

Paid time off

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Remote Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to guide design initiatives for advanced manufacturing technologies. This remote-first role involves leading a distributed team of engineers, defining strategies, and ensuring high-quality, on-time delivery across multiple projects.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in dynamics, thermodynamics, materials science, and a proven track record of leading remote teams.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering is required.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in mechanical design with at least 5 years in leadership roles.
• Extensive experience with CAD/CAE tools (SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS).

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote team of mechanical design engineers.
• Oversee the entire mechanical design process from concept to release.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for mechanical development.
• Conduct design reviews and provide feedback to the team.
• Ensure designs meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Collaborate with cross-functional remote teams (R&D, manufacturing, product management).
• Drive adoption of best practices in design, analysis, and documentation.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies to guide innovation.
• Manage project timelines and resources in a remote structure.
• Communicate project status, risks, and decisions to senior management.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Remote leadership

Education

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

ANSYS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering company in advanced manufacturing technologies, is seeking a highly experienced and innovative Remote Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to guide their design initiatives. This is a remote-first position, offering the opportunity to lead a team of talented engineers from anywhere. You will be responsible for overseeing the design and development of complex mechanical systems, ensuring technical excellence, and driving innovation across multiple projects. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record of leading design teams, a deep understanding of advanced mechanical design principles, and exceptional communication skills to foster collaboration in a distributed environment. This role is crucial for advancing our client's position as a leader in manufacturing technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a remote team of mechanical design engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and technical rigor.
• Oversee the entire mechanical design process, from concept ideation to final product release.
• Define technical strategies and roadmaps for mechanical system development.
• Conduct in-depth design reviews and provide constructive feedback to the team.
• Ensure that all mechanical designs meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule targets.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional remote teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and product management.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in mechanical design, analysis, and documentation.
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends to guide design innovation.
• Manage project timelines and resources effectively within a remote work structure.
• Communicate project status, risks, and key decisions to senior management and stakeholders.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in mechanical design, with at least 5 years in a leadership or senior role.
• Extensive experience with advanced CAD/CAE tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, ANSYS).
• Demonstrated success in leading and managing remote engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of advanced mechanical principles, including dynamics, thermodynamics, and materials science.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills suitable for a remote environment.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects and drive technical innovation.
• Experience in advanced manufacturing or related high-tech industries is highly desirable.
• Strong project management skills and experience with agile methodologies.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to thrive in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, generous paid time off, a stock option plan, and a professional development budget. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and work-life balance. You will have the opportunity to lead impactful projects, shape the direction of cutting-edge technology, and grow your career with a dynamic and forward-thinking company.