Remote Lead Mechanical Design Engineer | Renewable Tech

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 2.324.000 - 3.154.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote work

Training & development opportunities

Autonomy and innovation culture

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to guide the design and development of next‑gen mechanical systems within a fully remote global team. This senior role involves mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, and driving innovative design initiatives from concept through production.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in mechanical engineering, 10+ years of experience, and expert CAD/CAE skills (SolidWorks/CATIA/Siemens NX) with FEA/CFD expertise.

Qualifikationen

• Master's or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive mechanical design experience, with at least 3 in leadership.
• Expert proficiency in SolidWorks, CATIA, or Siemens NX.
• Extensive experience with FEA and CFD.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong materials science and DFM/DFA knowledge.
• Excellent remote leadership and communication skills.
• Experience with mechatronic systems is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Lead the mechanical design from concept to production.
• Mentor and manage a team of mechanical design engineers.
• Create detailed 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs using CAD software.
• Perform and review analyses including FEA, CFD, and thermal analysis.
• Drive innovation and explore new technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, quality, manufacturability.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and design standards.
• Provide technical expertise throughout product lifecycle.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Remote leadership

Project management

Communication

Mentoring

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

Siemens NX

FEA/CFD tools

Jobbeschreibung

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Design Engineer to guide the design and development of next‑gen mechanical systems within a fully remote global team. This senior role involves mentoring engineers, setting technical direction, and driving innovative design initiatives from concept through production.

The ideal candidate holds an advanced degree in mechanical engineering, 10+ years of experience, and expert CAD/CAE skills (SolidWorks/CATIA/Siemens NX) with FEA/CFD expertise.