Remote Mechanical Design Engineer

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Home office allowance

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and self-motivated Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to join our distributed engineering team in South Africa. You will design and develop mechanical components using advanced CAD tools, and collaborate with a virtual team to bring concepts to life.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong documentation skills, and staying current with design technologies, with a fully remote arrangement and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years of professional mechanical design experience.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion 360).
• Experience with FEA and engineering simulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using 3D CAD.
• Perform design reviews, simulations, and analysis for performance.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation.
• Collaborate with remote design, manufacturing, and QA teams.
• Participate in virtual meetings, providing technical insights.
• Stay updated with latest design tools and best practices.

Skills

3-5 years experience

CAD software

FEA

Technical drawing

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and self-motivated Remote Mechanical Design Engineer to join their distributed engineering team. This role offers the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa, focusing on the design and development of innovative mechanical components and systems. You will leverage your expertise in CAD and simulation tools to bring new product concepts to life, collaborating effectively with a virtual team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineer who thrives in an independent work environment and is passionate about creating high-quality mechanical designs remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies using advanced 3D CAD software.
• Conduct thorough design reviews , simulations, and analysis to ensure performance and reliability.
• Create detailed manufacturing drawings, specifications, and documentation packages.
• Collaborate effectively with remote colleagues across design, manufacturing, and quality assurance teams.
• Participate in virtual team meetings, providing technical insights and contributing to project success.
• Stay current with the latest design tools, technologies, and mechanical engineering best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional experience in mechanical design engineering.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Inventor, SolidWorks, Fusion 360).
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other simulation techniques.
• Excellent technical drawing and documentation skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and productively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking company culture, supporting remote talent.