Remote Lead Mechanical Engineer: Strategy & Design

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation and bonus

Health, dental, vision insurance

Stock options or equity

Flexible remote schedule

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical engineering initiatives from a remote location. You will set technical direction, lead a team, and ensure successful development and delivery of complex mechanical designs.

The role requires a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in the field (3+ in lead roles), and strong CAD/CAE tool proficiency. This remote leadership position offers executive compensation and equity potential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive mechanical engineering experience.
• 3+ years in lead or supervisory role.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE tools and advanced analysis techniques.
• Strong remote leadership and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for mechanical projects from concept to production.
• Oversee design, analysis, and validation of complex mechanical systems.
• Mentor and guide a team of mechanical engineers.
• Develop and implement best practices in mechanical design, simulation, and testing.
• Collaborate with product management, software, and hardware teams to define requirements and roadmaps.
• Ensure designs meet performance, cost, and schedule targets in a remote environment.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

CAD/CAE proficiency

Education

Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD/CAE tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to drive mechanical engineering initiatives from a remote location. You will set technical direction, lead a team, and ensure successful development and delivery of complex mechanical designs.

The role requires a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 10+ years in the field (3+ in lead roles), and strong CAD/CAE tool proficiency. This remote leadership position offers executive compensation and equity potential.