Remote Lead Mechanical Engineer: Design & Innovation Leader

Placements24

LegKraal Gate

Hybrid

ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

5 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits
Fully remote
Leadership impact
Development allowance
Innovative tech environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead remote mechanical engineering efforts, directing design teams and shaping technical direction from anywhere. You will mentor engineers, foster collaboration, and drive innovative solutions across distributed projects.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, advanced design expertise, and cross-functional impact in a fully remote setting with global delivery.

Qualifications

  • Master's or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
  • 10+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, with 3+ years in leadership.
  • Proven ability to manage complex projects across cross-functional teams.
  • Deep knowledge of mechanical design, FEA/CFD, and manufacturing tech.
  • Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving and decision-making.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of mechanical engineers on cutting-edge systems.
  • Define technical roadmaps, standards, and lifecycle practices.
  • Oversee complex design challenges and provide technical guidance.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align engineering with business goals.
  • Mentor engineers and foster a high-performance culture.
  • Drive R&D and adoption of new technologies and methods.

Skills

Leadership
Remote team management
Mechanical design
FEA/CFD analysis
Strategic planning

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

FEA
CFD
Manufacturing technologies

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer to spearhead remote mechanical engineering efforts, directing design teams and shaping technical direction from anywhere. You will mentor engineers, foster collaboration, and drive innovative solutions across distributed projects.

The role emphasizes strategic leadership, advanced design expertise, and cross-functional impact in a fully remote setting with global delivery.

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