Remote Lead Mechanical Engineer – Consumer Electronics

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Product Development Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of groundbreaking consumer electronics. The role is remote with a Centurion focus and requires collaboration with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and firmware developers.

You will create 3D CAD models using Fusion 360 or Onshape, run thermal and structural simulations, and drive prototypes from concept through to mass production, ensuring manufacturability and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 6+ years of progressive experience in mechanical product design.
• Proficient in 3D CAD and simulation tools.
• Experience with injection molding, CNC, stamping, and other processes.
• Strong thermal, acoustics, and plastic part design.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Remote or hybrid team experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of new consumer electronic products from concept to production.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D manufacturing drawings using CAD software (Fusion 360, Onshape).
• Perform engineering analysis, including thermal, structural, and vibration simulations, to validate designs.
• Develop and manage prototypes, conduct testing, and iterate designs based on results.
• Collaborate with industrial designers to ensure aesthetics and ergonomics.
• Work with electrical engineers to integrate PCBs and components within the mechanical design.
• Prepare design specifications, test reports, and Bills of Materials.
• Interface with manufacturing partners to ensure designs are optimized for DFM and DFS.

Skills

3D CAD

Simulation

Thermal management

Materials knowledge

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Fusion 360

Onshape

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Product Development Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of groundbreaking consumer electronics. The role is remote with a Centurion focus and requires collaboration with industrial designers, electrical engineers, and firmware developers.

You will create 3D CAD models using Fusion 360 or Onshape, run thermal and structural simulations, and drive prototypes from concept through to mass production, ensuring manufacturability and quality.